Beauden Barrett returned for his first game in more than three weeks to help keep the Hurricanes well on course for Super Rugby's post‑season playoffs as they beat the Sharks 30‑17 away at King's Park.
Barrett was rested for the Hurricane's last game a fortnight ago, when they were upset at home by the Jaguares, but World Rugby's Player of the Year emphasised the importance of his contribution as he lead the team back to second place in the Super Rugby points table, kicking 15 points.
In other results, the Blues and Bulls drew 22‑all, Waratahs beat the Rebels 20‑15, Brumbies beat the Sunwolves 42‑19, Jaguares beat the Reds 34‑23, Hurricanes beat the Sharks 30‑17 and the Lions defeated the Stormers 41‑22.
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