All the action from the Highlanders’ clash with Moana Pasifika in the opening round of Super Rugby Pacific.
-The Highlanders kicked off their campaign with a 35-21 win over the Tana Umaga-coached Moana Pasifika in Dunedin.
-The home side jumped ahead through Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens but the visitors hit back to take an 18-14 lead to halftime.
-The Highlanders scored three second-half tries with Sam Gilbert sealing victory in the 72nd minute.