Overview

• The Waikato Chiefs crushed Moana Pasifika 85-7 in Hamilton, cementing their position at the top of the Super Rugby Pacific standings with one round remaining.
• Leroy Carter and Cortez Ratima each scored hat-tricks in the Chiefs' commanding bonus-point win, showcasing their attacking depth and efficiency.
• Despite the loss, Moana Pasifika remains in sixth place but faces a tough challenge to secure their first playoff berth, with the Hurricanes and Waratahs in pursuit.
• Sevu Reece of the Crusaders became Super Rugby's all-time leading try-scorer with his 66th career try in a narrow 15-12 victory over the Highlanders.
• The Waratahs kept their playoff hopes alive with a dramatic 22-17 win over the Western Force, clinched by Darby Lancaster's last-play try.