The NSW Waratahs won back some respect with an enterprising 29-12 Super Rugby victory over the Lions at the Sydney Football Stadium.

All Blacks first-five eighth Dan Carter sparked the Crusaders to a 25-19 win over the Chiefs in Napier.

The Blues kept their rating as the top New Zealand side but lamented the concession of a late converted try after a rugged fightback last night from the Stormers.

The Stormers have beaten the Blues 28-26 in dramatic fashion at Eden Park in Auckland.

Stats guru Tracey Nelson crunches the numbers ahead of the Super 15 fixtures this week.

Herald rugby writer Dylan Cleaver breaks down the six Super 15 matches taking place over the weekend.

Feisty halfback enjoying solid season with Blues while awaiting All Black selectors' final Cup plans.