Timoci Tavatavanawai of the Highlanders charges forward during today's Super Rugby match against the Western Force at Forsyth Barr Stadium. Photo: Getty ImagesThe Highlanders provided a nice pick-me-up for their coach with an entertaining 39-31 win over the Western Force at Forsyth Barr Stadium today. The first half lacked long periods of quality but it did feature a couple of entertaining Highlanders tries. The second Highlanders try was all about one man. Amends were made 12 minutes into the second half.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 07, 2026 12:16 UTC