Cory Toole and Charlie Cale scored doubles as Brumbies trounced Melbourne Rebels 30-3 in the opening clash of the Super Rugby Pacific at AAMI Park on Friday.
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.
Rugby Australia has assumed control of the Melbourne Rebels following the club's decision to enter voluntary administration just weeks before the commencement of the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season.
Former Wales international Leigh Halfpenny will be heading to New Zealand after signing a one-year contract with Super Rugby Pacific champions Crusaders.