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Richard Kahui in action for the Chiefs against the Highlanders. - Source: Photosport -
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Chiefs coach Dave Rennie predicted his side would face a tough encounter in their pre-season hit-out against the Highlanders and that's exactly what they got on their way to taking the win 38-36 in Queenstown today.
The Chiefs got off to a strong start leading 31-10 at one stage with the Highlanders clawing back the deficit.
The Chiefs were hammered in the penalty count during the second half which meant the visitors struggled to gain continuity.
Tries went to Chiefs Robbie Robinson, Richard Kahui and Aaron Cruden who crossed the chalk line twice while they were also awarded a penalty try from a collapsed maul.
"We got the win, had a pleasing start, but we still have got a lot to work on, especially at ruck time," Rennie said after the match.
The Chiefs will play the Hurricanes next Friday in Taupo before their rematch against the Highlanders in round one of the Super Rugby competition in Hamilton on Saturday 25 February.
