The Hurricanes have named perhaps their strongest matchday 23 yet this season for their round 10 clash with the Western Force in Perth.
After losing starting first five-eighth Brett Cameron to an ACL injury prior to the season, the Hurricanes have now lost breakout playmaking talent Harry Godfrey for six weeks.
Du’Plessis Kirifi understands the Hurricanes desperately needed to beat the Highlanders on Friday night.
Hurricanes fans rejoice; All Blacks reinforcements have arrived in the form of front rowers Asafo Aumua and Tyrel Lomax.
Moana Pasifika would be winless no more by the night's end, with a starring display by new recruit Patrick Pellegrini providing superb game management.
All Black Ruben Love will make his season debut for the Hurricanes this weekend against Moana Pasifika after initially being slated for a round seven return following ankle surgery.
Round three sees not just culture round hit Wellington but also a Super Rugby double-header as the Hurricanes Poua open their 2025 season at home against the Blues.
The Hurricanes have named their team to face the Fijian Drua as they prepare for their home opener after last week's round one loss to the Crusaders.
The Hurricanes have named just one current All Black in their starting XV for the Super Rugby Pacific season opener against the Crusaders in Christchurch.
The Hurricanes have revealed their 2025 DHL Super Rugby Pacific squad with nine new signings along with seven All Blacks.