What a match!

What a come back from the Crusaders who edge the Highlanders 30-27 in a thrilling encounter. The Highlanders led 17-6 at halftime despite the Crusaders dominating both territory and possession in the first half. An early second half penalty extended the lead before the Highlanders crossed for their third try to lead comfortably at 27-6. The Crusaders responded through their powerful scrum with a penalty try to get themselves back into the match at 27-13. With 15 minutes to play the Crusaders were in again to cut the lead to 27-18. With 5 minutes left on the clock the Crusades had their third try to trail by just two points and set up a pulsating finish. The come back was complete as the Crusaders bagged their fourth try with just 2 minutes to play to seal a brilliant victory.

Into touch and that's the ball game

Keeping it tight as the siren sounds

Crusaders look to run down the clock

Highlanders restart with 40 seconds to play

Numbers out wide as the Crusaders break down the right, Tamanivalu shows good strength to score in the corner

Todd with the inside ball up to halfway

Sopoaga tries a drop goal from distance, it's short and the Crusaders look to counter

McKenzie clears to halfway