Fijian Drua have put the awe many grew up with towards the Crusaders behind them as they prepare for their home game against the Super Rugby Pacific champions in Lautoka on Saturday.
Brumbies flyhalf Noah Lolesio is hopeful they can carry their impressive start into their clash with the Queensland Reds as Lolesio prepares to do whatever is best for the team.
Winger Mark Nawaqanitawase could barely hide his excitement as he caught up with new Wallabies defensive coach Brett Hodgson, looking to ensure his place in the national set-up with strong Waratahs performances.
Super Rugby Pacific will celebrate the next generation of fans and players during Kids Round with special deals and free tickets making it easier than ever for families to attend matches during Round #4 of the 2023 season.
Avoiding conceding hard-won possession will be the goal of the Highlanders as they prepare for their Super Rugby Pacific challenge with the high-flying Chiefs at the weekend.
Recognising that if they want to be genuine Super Rugby Pacific title contenders, the Chiefs took plenty from their inability to maintain their stranglehold of the game in a poor second half against Moana Pasifika in Melbourne on Saturday.
ACT Brumbies half back Nic White said "Test match intensity" was on display as his side upset the highly-rated Blues to send an early message in the Super Rugby Pacific season.
Moana Pasifika got off to the worst possible start and things did not improve much from there as the Chiefs romped to a 52-29 victory in their Super Round rugby clash in Melbourne.
The Crusaders have bounced back from last week’s loss to the Chiefs in resounding fashion by thumping the Highlanders 52-15 in the opening game of the Melbourne Super Round.
Staying grounded after the ease of their 60-20 win over the Highlanders will be the key for the Blues when meeting the Brumbies in Melbourne on Sunday.
As the only two South Island-based teams in Super Rugby Pacific, the Crusaders and Highlanders have a unique and special rivalry, making their matches some of the most anticipated and intense in the competition.