Stepping up from their 30-point turnaround win over the Reds to get the benefits of a better start is occupying the Hurricanes' minds ahead of Sunday's Super Rugby Pacific game with the Brumbies in Canberra.
Hanging on for a desperate 22-21 Super Rugby Pacific win over the Highlanders, the Hurricanes now look comfortable in the top-eight place but must find improvements against Australian sides.
With 10 days to go until the Super Round Melbourne presented by Fiji Airways kicks off, check out our list of 10 things to look forward to in Melbourne.
The Crusaders have clung to a three-point lead for 33 minutes to beat the Hurricanes 24-21 in a contentious Super Rugby Pacific match that featured seven lead changes.
Facing three games in a week will be a challenge for the Hurricanes this week, and it doesn't come much harder than starting against the Crusaders in Super Rugby Pacific on Saturday in Wellington.
Round Six of Super Rugby Pacific had it all - from upset victories to high-scoring thrillers - showcasing why the competition is one of the most exciting in the world
Replacement Danny Toala has scored a try in the fifth minute of golden-point extra time to give Moana Pasifika their first-ever Super Rugby win, beating the Hurricanes 24-19.
It’s Heritage Round in Super Rugby Pacific and the stage is set for more unforgettable moments to be etched into the tournament’s history with all 12 teams in action following a Covid-disrupted round five.