One week ahead of the Maori All Blacks' first match with Ireland, three players have been called into the Maori side to bolster their stocks.
As the Highlanders prepare to return to Melbourne for the final round of the 2022 Super Rugby Pacific Season, they know they have a very specific job to do
Here's how the Highlanders rated after their underwhelming Super Rugby Pacific defeat at the hands of the Waratahs in Dunedin on Sunday.
The Highlanders are currently sitting in 8th and the final play-off spot, with just two more rounds to go, but will know that if they are to keep destiny in their own hands at least one or more victory.
Highlanders lock Josh Dickson has returned early from suspension for this week's Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Reds in Brisbane.
It is the second week on tour for the Highlanders arriving in Fiji on Monday after travelling from the Super Round in Melbourne weekend.
Injuries have hampered the Highlanders' season to date but they've also allowed coach Tony Brown plenty of opportunities to expose less experienced players to the rigours of Super Rugby.
The Highlanders have revealed ex-England flyer Denny Solomona has been sidelined with a hamstring injury as they embark on their first offshore tour of the year.
The Highlanders have switched up their halves for this Sunday's clash with the Brumbies in Melbourne.
After a year without some of his most promising prospects, Highlanders boss Tony Brown is excited to have his returning stars back in action this weekend.