The Highlanders took down the Chiefs 30-27 to kick off of the Super Rugby season – and with it the start of referee controversies.
With 15 minutes to go, and the Chiefs holding a seven-point lead, a red card was produced - one that sparked controversy.
Highlanders midfielder Sio Tomkinson was shown red after a collision with Chiefs lock Brodie Retallick, which was deemed to be a no-arms tackle by referee Glen Jackson.
There didn't look to be a lot in the tackle, but after a delay in play, Jackson produced the red.
"You've made no attempt to wrap him. You've used your shoulder and it's direct to the head so, for you, it's a red card," he explained to Tomkinson.