The Highlanders forward pack celebrate a job well-done over a much lauded Crusaders pack. Photo: Getty ImagesThe Highlanders have got home 25-17 over the Crusaders at Forsyth Barr Stadium tonight to remain the only unbeaten New Zealand team in Super Rugby. The Highlanders scored a crucial try early in the second half through Elliot Dixon and held on as the Crusaders kept pressing but could only score one try through halfback Bryn Halll. But the early 7-0 lead for the Crusaders did not last long as the Highlanders struck back though hooker Coltman. Highlanders 25 (Liam Coltman, Lima Sopoaga, Elliot Dixon tries; Sopoaga 2 con, 2 pen) Crusaders 17 (George Bridge, Bryn Hall tries; Mitch Hunt 2 con, pen) Halftime: 14-10 Highlanders

Source: Otago Daily Times March 17, 2018 08:36 UTC