The Highlanders dominated the physical exchanges but a late penalty allowed the Hurricanes to escape with a 25-22 win. Getting those sorts of details right against the Crusaders at Forsyth Barr Stadium on Saturday night will be critical. But then, the Highlanders have an intimidating record of their own. ''Obviously the Crusaders are pretty proud of their record as well, which is going pretty strong,'' Hammett said. Lock Pari Pari Parkinson and midfielder Thomas Umaga-Jensen are under concussion protocols and it is unclear whether they will be available this weekend.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 12, 2019 15:32 UTC