Highlanders battle past Force

The Highlanders erased a 14-point deficit to claim a hard-fought 32-20 win over the Force in Dunedin on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

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Lions must control tempo

The Lions need to dictate the pace of the game in order to overcome a formidable Crusaders side at Ellis Park on Friday night, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Kings can break Super Rugby duck

The Kings have to produce an 80-minute effort on defence to secure their first win of the season against the Sunwolves in PE on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Cane key in breakdown battle

The performance of the Chiefs loose trio may be the difference when the top-ranked Australasian sides clash in Canberra on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Blues debutant to take centre stage

The effectiveness of the Blues’ new-look midfield pairing will be a key factor in Saturday’s clash against the Jaguares in Albany, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Champions to pummel Force

The Highlanders will have no problem dispatching the Force in Dunedin on Friday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.