The ACT Brumbies returned to winning ways with a gritty 14-10 victory over the Highlanders at Forsyth Barr Stadium, producing a strong defensive performance and a late try to secure an important Super Rugby Pacific away win.
The Crusaders secured a hard-fought 29-18 victory over the Highlanders in the South Island derby, overcoming poor discipline and three yellow cards to claim an important Super Rugby Pacific win.
The Chiefs held off a spirited Highlanders fightback to secure a 26-23 victory in Dunedin, extending their winning streak over their southern rivals to eight matches.
The ACT Brumbies delivered a controlled and clinical performance to defeat the Highlanders 32-16 in their Super Rugby Pacific quarterfinal at GIO Stadium in Canberra.