Super Rugby is back with a bang, with some scintillating rugby in the opening round of the competition.
The Blues thrashed the Highlanders 60-20 on Saturday night, while the Chiefs upset the Crusaders 31-10 on opening night.
The Hurricanes laid down a marker against Australian opposition, smashing the Reds 47-13.
In Super Rugby Aupiki Chiefs Manawa had a big win to start, 53-21 over the Hurricanes Poua, and Matatū, the South Island side, just edged the Blues women 33-31.
Former All Black Ant Strachan watched many of the matches.
He spoke to Kim Hill.
