
Highlights: Crusaders vs Highlanders
Despite a valiant effort from the Highlanders, the Crusaders once again showed their class in the final quarter to secure the Super Rugby Aotearoa title with a game to spare.
Despite a valiant effort from the Highlanders, the Crusaders once again showed their class in the final quarter to secure the Super Rugby Aotearoa title with a game to spare.
A brace of tries from Wes Goosen and a solid kicking display by Jordie Barrett helped the Hurricanes put an end to the Crusaders’ unbeaten 36-game home run.
Sharks coach Rob du Preez has highlighted the Crusaders’ phase play and ball retention as their greatest strengths ahead of Saturday’s quarter-final in Christchurch.