Hurricanes
36
Match Complete
Chiefs
23
| B. Cameron |  | 72 | ||
| A. Aumua |  | 71 | ||
| K. Naholo | | 67 | ||
| B. Cameron | | 58 | ||
| T. Perenara | | 57 | ||
| 50 | | D. McKenzie | ||
| 49 | | E. Narawa | ||
| 47 |  | D. McKenzie | ||
| 38 | | D. McKenzie | ||
| 34 | | D. McKenzie | ||
| B. Cameron | | 29 | ||
| B. Iose | | 28 | ||
| 20 | | D. McKenzie | ||
| 19 | | C. Ratima | ||
| B. Cameron | | 17 | ||
| T. Perenara | | 16 | ||
| B. Cameron | | 5 |
| 5 | Tries | 2 | ||
| 4 | Conversions | 2 | ||
| 1 | Penalty Goals | 3 | ||
| 0 | Field Goals | 0 |
The Hurricanes host the Chiefs in a mouth-watering Kiwi derby in Wellington. Join The Roar for live scores and updates from 5:05pm (AEST).
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Match information
Venue: Sky Stadium, Wellington
Kick-off: 5:05pm (AEST)
Streaming: Stan Sport
Betting: Hurricanes $2.02, Chiefs $1.80 – odds via PlayUp
Teams
HURRICANES (1-15): Xavier Numia, Asafo Aumua, Tyrel Lomax, Caleb Delany, Isaia Walker-Leawere, Brad Shields (c), Peter Lakai, Brayden Iose, TJ Perenara, Brett Cameron, Kini Naholo, Jordie Barrett, Billy Proctor, Josh Moorby, Ruben Love
RESERVES: James O’Reilly, Pouri Rakete-Stones, Pasilio Tosi, Justin Sangster, Du’Plessis Kirifi, Devan Flanders, Richard Judd, Peter Umaga-Jensen
CHIEFS (1-15): Aidan Ross, Samisoni Taukei’aho, Reuben O’Neill, Naitoa Ah Kuoi, Tupou Vaa’i, Samipeni Finau, Luke Jacobson (c), Wallace Sititi, Cortez Ratima, Damian McKenzie, Etene Nanai Seturo, Anton Lienert-Brown, Daniel Rona, Emoni Narawa, Shaun Stevenson
RESERVES: Bradley Slater, Ollie Norris, George Dyer, Jimmy Tupou, Kaylum Boshier, Xavier Roe, Josh Ioane, Rameka Poihipi
Referee: James Doleman
Assistant Referees: Jono Bredin, Fraser Hannon
JD Kiwi
Roar Rookie
Yes the strides made by Numia since he was a skinny bloke who couldn't scrum are very impressive. Certainly looks ready for the step up. I wonder whether the absence of Ardie has made the others take ownership.
Carlin
Roar Rookie
I have only seen the highlights and heard some radio talkback. Sounds like the Hurricanes put in a great showing. They have been the surprise package this especially at set piece. What impressed me was their ability to offload and their support players were always in positions to receive the pass.
Carlin
Roar Rookie
The simpler the design the better.
Old Bugger
Roar Rookie
Agreed JD and also, I like the look of the Canes starting front-row - Numia, Aumua & Lomax - who simply destroyed the Chiefs, in that 1st 40. I thought O'Niell was a solid TH prop but Numia, just picked him up like a rag-doll, in those scrums. Dare I suggest if this form continues, then our incumbent AB LH props, could be in for an eye-opener. I look at Numia as being our version of Ian "Mighty-Mouse" McLauglin who played for Scotland and the BIL's back in the 70's. Congrats to the Canes - they didn't fold when the Chiefs came back early in the 2nd 40....in fact, they got better, with their bench changes. It will take some effort, if any opposition can find it, to upset these guys the way they're playing - it will be interesting to see where Laidlaw fits Ardie, into this mix when he returns but gee, what a dilemma for him.
TJ-Go Force!
Roar Rookie
It’s the worst kit I’ve ever seen. All these classic kits are horrid. Remember when you had adidas and a touch of class.
Rongowhakaata
Roar Rookie
Mixed feelings here. Foot in both camps living in the Naki. Hurricanes deservedly winners I guess. Never seen Aumua play so well. Lomax is at another level in that scrum. Our starting front row tonight can mix it with anyone. Clark Laidlaw must be commended in building on what was already there raw material wise. Magic dust that laddie. The only thing that worries me is the knock-out nature of the knock-outs. If we can earn a home final our supporters will help with that I hope. Very happy camper I am!!????
WithTheDawn
Roar Rookie
Great win Canes, enjoyed that. Haven’t been given the credit they deserve by everyone this season, that may change now.
Lr6050
Roar Rookie
How have the canes improved without Ardie? They look slick
Ogato
Roar Rookie
Enjoyed the way the ref let the game 'go' instead of being pedantic. But being pedantic, he allowed a Hurricanes player on the ground after a ruck pass the ball that led immediately to the second last try. If you are off your feet, you are out of the game.
JD Kiwi
Roar Rookie
Canes just have so many weapons – Aumua, Jordie, Naholo, Lomax, Love, the depth in the loosies – all used to good effect. Big momentum change was the kick ahead into the 22 when we were on top… Naholo cleaned up well, Kirifi and co came on, and we didn’t get a sniff after that. Congratulations Hurricanes, well deserved.
The Late News
Roar Rookie
I'm certain!
Pilferer
Roar Rookie
And a few with 21
Mirt
Roar Rookie
Rebels big win against Highlanders and they’re into fourth
The Late News
Roar Rookie
No boner here either champ!
The Late News
Roar Rookie
Well a good win by the Hurricanes. A bit messy at times, but a win nonetheless. Enjoy your weekend troops!
Divided Loyalties
Roar Rookie
Mud mostly… NZ’s capital of burst pipes ????. Not doing their teams any harm????
Mirt
Roar Rookie
At least it’s not blue
Mirt
Roar Rookie
Unconverted try is best, no boner points then
The Late News
Roar Rookie
He's probably got one at home with 9 on the back so that might save a hundred dollars.
The Late News
Roar Rookie
Yes my friend I couldn't agree more!