Highlanders to host Crusaders in 2026 Super Rugby Pacific opener

Tuesday 26 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 27 Aug 2025, 4:30am

In this story Crusaders, Blues, Chiefs, Hurricanes, Highlanders, Super Rugby Pacific

The Highlanders will play the defending champion Crusaders at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin on 13 February. This match marks the beginning of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season. The full season schedule is expected to be released this Thursday.

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1. StuffTue 26 Aug 2025, 12:54pm

   Highlanders to host champion Crusaders to kickoff Super Rugby Pacific 2026 (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesWed 27 Aug 2025, 4:30am

   Landers to face Crusaders in opening clash (opens in new tab)