Dave Rennie's side earned a victory over the Force that must have left the coach with mixed emotions. Satisfied to end a three-match tour with two victories, especially given their first-up loss to the Stormers and last weekend's scare against the Cheetahs, but also frustrated at what was an extremely patchy performance. Related Content Rugby: Midfield mystery centre of attention Video Watch: Chiefs grind out win over Force Auckland timber business backs staff loans to beat payday lendersBut the majority were rudimentary, with the Chiefs regularly guilty of forcing their hand and failing to build pressure through phase play. Yet, if the Chiefs were imprecise with ball in hand, they accounted for that fault with their obstinance when playing without it. Their defensive comfort left the Chiefs content with winning the game through Cruden's boot, content to take two victories from their road-trip and more than content with their favourable position near the top of the table.

Source: New Zealand Herald April 22, 2017 11:52 UTC