Interestingly, only one team has won the week following a bye which suggests a rest is actually a disadvantage. The Hurricanes had a bye in round three but beat the winless Chiefs 25-18 in Hamilton in round four. And technically the Crusaders had a bye in round one and won the following weekend. The Highlanders had a bye last weekend and will host the Blues at Forsyth Barr Stadium on Sunday. "The bye does give you a chance to breathe.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 30, 2020 15:22 UTC