Unfamiliar backline revealed
Unfamiliar backline revealed
There is a rookie at fullback, a midfielder on the wing and a journeyman at first five — it is not ideal.
Rugby
Love it or loathe it, them’s the rules ...
Love it or loathe it, them’s the rules ...
The Highlanders could make the quarterfinals with just four wins out of 14 games. Adrian Seconi takes a look at the pros and cons of the playoff structure.
Banks to start at first-five for crucial clash
Banks to start at first-five for crucial clash
Veteran Marty Banks will don the No 10 jersey for the Highlanders’ critical match against the Rebels in Melbourne.
Lienert-Brown in form of life approaching 100th
Lienert-Brown in form of life approaching 100th
A warm smile spreads rapidly across Daniel Lienert-Brown’s face when asked about the prospect of playing his 100th game for the Highlanders.
Baby Highlanders capitulate in second-half to hand Baabaas the win
Baby Highlanders capitulate in second-half to hand Baabaas the win
A second-half collapse left the Highlanders in disarray after the opening round of the Super Rugby under-20 competition in Taupo yesterday.
Moment of total madness costs Highlanders
Moment of total madness costs Highlanders
It is hard to figure out what Sam Gilbert was trying to achieve as he flipped Michael Hooper’s legs in the air.
Waratahs make the most of Highlanders red card
Waratahs make the most of Highlanders red card
It is hard to figure out what Sam Gilbert was trying to achieve as he flipped Michael Hooper’s legs in the air.
Happy to have gone extra miles to support son
Happy to have gone extra miles to support son
Parental dedication goes to a new level for Tom Coltman. But as he says - "you only get one chance in life to watch your kids play sport".
Highlanders U20s unit young but experienced
Highlanders U20s unit young but experienced
The Highlanders under-20 team looks to have some depth in key areas for a quickfire national tournament kicking off in Taupo on Sunday.
‘It is going to feel weird’
‘It is going to feel weird’
He arrived in the South 14 years ago, hoping to get a physical education degree. He ended up not getting it, but he got plenty of life lessons.
Highlanders, Gilbert face real test against Waratahs
Highlanders, Gilbert face real test against Waratahs
It was a dream debut last week for Sam Gilbert.
Solomona returns to wing for Waratahs game
Solomona returns to wing for Waratahs game
Denny Solomona will return on the right wing for the Highlanders this weekend.
Highlanders thump Force in try-fest
Highlanders thump Force in try-fest
A rampant opening quarter and some free-flowing rugby laid the platform for the Highlanders' 61-10 win against the Force in Dunedin.
Te Kaika joining forces with Highlanders
Te Kaika joining forces with Highlanders
Ngai Tahu-owned health provider Te Kaika is set to sponsor the Highlanders in an attempt to reach more Maori, Pacifica and low-income children.
Gilbert has much to prove at 10
Gilbert has much to prove at 10
Highlanders co-captain James Lentjes followed up a comment about goal kicking with a wry smile.
Gilbert moves to first five for Force face-off
Gilbert moves to first five for Force face-off
The Highlanders have sprung a massive surprise and named outside back Sam Gilbert at first five for their critical game against the Force in Dunedin on Friday.
Mikaele-Tu'u fizzing after break
Mikaele-Tu'u fizzing after break
The benefits of an injury layoff can be hard to see at the time.
Highlanders in the hunt
Second straight win puts Highlanders in hunt
Talk about rescuing a season.
Fakatava sparks Highlanders victory over Reds
Fakatava sparks Highlanders victory over Reds
Super sub Folau Fakatava set up one try and scored another to help clinch a 27-19 win for the Highlanders against the Reds in Brisbane on Friday.
Lineout could prove key for Highlanders
Lineout could prove key for Highlanders
Putting the ball out in the corner might be the best way to go for the Highlanders in Brisbane.