The Chiefs arm-wrestled their way to their fourth win in 11 Super 15 rugby matches with a 20-7 win over the Highlanders.

The Melbourne Rebels fell to the Queensland Reds 33-18 in their Super Rugby clash in Melbourne.

The Blues withstood a desperate late assault from the Hurricanes to emerge 17-11 victors.

Stats guru Tracey Nelson lists the key numbers ahead of this week's Super 15 action.

Herald rugby writer Wynne Gray breaks down the seven Super 15 matches taking place over the next three days.

All Blacks winger Sitiveni Sivivatu returns to the Chiefs team for their Super 15 rugby match against the Highlanders.

Blues and All Black utility back Isaia Toeava has been ruled out of the rest of the Super 15 season due to a hip injury.

Enough is enough for Hurricanes coach Mark Hammett.

The Crusaders will be without All Blacks first-five Dan Carter for a fifth straight week.

It was a weekend to forget for the bookies with punters cashing in during round 11 action.

The Blues have their own version of rest and reconditioning for skipper Keven Mealamu.

Stats guru Tracey Nelson crunches the numbers following week 11 of the Super 15.