Even experienced rugby players like Jerome Kaino feel the extra bite when they visit the Bulls' home cauldron.

The warning from Blues boss Andy Dalton was brief and explicit: "We have dug the hole so we have to get out of it."

Israel Dagg is set to change to fullback on Friday as the Crusaders look to field their strongest possible lineup...

A new stadium, new tricks, new heroes and best of all for the Highlanders - a new result. They began life in their new stadium with a rare victory against the Crusaders, but one they thoroughly deserved.

Cult hero Radike Samo lit up Suncorp Stadium with another super solo try before radar-boot Mike Harris ensured the Queensland Reds survived a second-half scare

The Highlanders have clinched a dramatic victory over the Crusaders in their round two clash at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin.

The NSW Waratahs left no doubt about the result this time as they pushed aside the Rebels 35-19 in their Super Rugby clash at AAMI Park in Melbourne.

The Chiefs responded to their disappointing defeat last week with a commanding four tries to one victory over the Blues at Waikato Stadium.

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