Chiefs defeat Highlanders to secure top Super Rugby Pacific seed
Friday 30 May 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Chiefs, Highlanders, Codie Taylor, Ethan de Groot, Fabian Holland, Timoci Tavatavanawai
The Chiefs beat the Highlanders 41-24 at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin. Tupou Vaa'i scored a hat-trick during the match. The victory ensures the Chiefs enter the Super Rugby Pacific play-offs as the top seed.
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