Chiefs managed to hold off a second half fightback from Crusaders as they sealed a 33-29 victory in their opening fixture of the Super Rugby Pacific at FMG Stadium Waikato.
Crusaders have been dealt an injury blow ahead of the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season with fullback Leigh Halfpenny is set to miss the majority of the upcoming campaign due to a chest injury.
Former Wales international Leigh Halfpenny will be heading to New Zealand after signing a one-year contract with Super Rugby Pacific champions Crusaders.
Codie Taylor starred with a double while Richie Mo'unga contributed with 15 points as Crusaders edged out Chiefs 25-20 in the final of the Super Rugby Pacific in Hamilton.