Overview

• The Hurricanes qualified for the semifinals with a decisive win over the Melbourne Rebels.
• Rugby Australia chose not to renew the Rebels' participation license due to financial issues.
• The Rebels, playing in their first-ever quarterfinal, showed resilience but ultimately fell short.
• Emotional farewells marked the end of the Rebels' 14-year tenure in Super Rugby Pacific.
• New Zealand teams, including the Blues and Chiefs, dominated the quarterfinals.