A 14-man Highlanders side have pulled off a stunning late comeback win over the Chiefs in the Super Rugby season-opener in Hamilton on Friday night. MICHAEL BRADLEY/GETTY IMAGES Ben Smith congratulates Aaron Smith on the try that gave the Highlanders victory over the Chiefs in Hamilton. BRUCE LIM/PHOTOSPORT Highlanders Sio Tompkinson gets a red card from referee Glenn Jackson for his hit on Brodie Retallick. Turning down a couple of kickable penalties, the Highlanders eventually got their reward in the 14th minute, with Pari Pari Parkinson barging over on the back of a quick tap from Kayne Hammington. MICHAEL BRADLEY/GETTY IMAGES Josh Dickson celebrates a try for the Highlanders, who overcame a red card to snatch victory against the Chiefs.

Source: Stuff February 15, 2019 08:28 UTC