gettyimages-1321879293.jpg Jona Nareki scored twice in the Highlanders' 9 try to 2 romp over the Waratahs at Forsyth Barr Stadium. Photo: Getty ImagesThe Highlanders beat the Waratahs 59-23 at Forsyth Barr Stadium tonight to remain unbeaten in Super Rugby Trans-Tasman. The home team consolidated a 10-point halftime lead when prop Ethan de Groot crashed over for his second early in the spell. No 8 Kazuki Himeno had another strong game and got on the score sheet as well, before winger Jona Nareki scampered towards the corner to bring up the half century. Nareki dotted down after the halftime hooter to stretch the lead to 33-23 and complete a frantic first 40 minutes.

Source: Otago Daily Times June 05, 2021 09:00 UTC