The Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific semifinals kick off with a rematch of the 2025 Final as the Chiefs host the Crusaders, whilst the Hurricanes take on the Blues in Wellington.
Looking at some statistics between these two sides, the Crusaders have won their last three matches against the Chiefs, more than they had in their previous seven games against them.
The Crusaders have won their last five finals matches against the Chiefs, with the Chiefs last beating them in finals action in 2013.
The Chiefs have won their last three Super Rugby semi-finals, while the Crusaders have won their last seven.
Taking a look at some of the changes in the lineups, Lalakai Foketi starts at inside centre, with Kyle Brown ruled out with a concussion, Simon Parker starts at number eight, with Samipeni Finau in at blindside flanker for Wallace Sititi with Damian McKenzie bringing up 150 Super Rugby games for the Chiefs.
For the Crusaders, Fletcher Newell returns to the front-row, Braydon Ennor replaces Dallas McLeod in the midfield, as a result, Macca Springer has been added to the bench.
The Chiefs host the Crusaders at 7.05pm tonight at FMG Stadium, Waikato.
Tomorrow, the Hurricanes will meet the Blues at 7.05pm.
Source: rugby.com.au
