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.
Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens scored a double as Highlanders defeated Moana Pasifika 28-17 in the latest round of the Super Rugby Pacific at Teufaiva Stadium on Saturday.
Highlanders centre Tanielu Tele'a has been suspended for three games following his red card incident in the recently concluded Super Rugby Pacific game against Chiefs last weekend.