Inga Tuigamala writes that relative strengths and weaknesses are beginning to show after several games.

Photos from the third round of the Super 14.

Chiefs and Hurricanes fans look set to continue their Super 14 rugby glee as the high-flying sides eye more tryfests next weekend.

Hurricanes post comfortable victory against an ordinary Force side to reinforce their title credentials.

Hurricanes lock Jason Eaton has been stood down for disciplinary reasons and will miss Saturday's match against the Western Force.

The Hurricanes are bracing to be without star winger Hosea Gear for several weeks.