Phil Gifford: Lima Sopoaga makes crucial contribution in Highlanders victory PHIL GIFFORDGETTY IMAGES Cool and calm performance from Lima Sopoaga helps guide Highlanders to victory in the South Island derby. No wonder the clash in Dunedin between the Highlanders and the Crusaders felt like a battle of brothers. Mauger-like calm was certainly shown by Lima Sopoaga, playing like a man enjoying every minute of what will be his last fling in Super Rugby. Sopoaga, looking so innocent butter not only wouldn't have melted in his mouth but would possibly have rechilled itself, was the only man within metres of him. It was an appropriate touch that the penalty goal to put the Highlanders ahead by eight points, and the game out of touch for the Crusaders, was kicked by Sopoaga.

Source: Stuff March 17, 2018 08:37 UTC