2020 Super Rugby
Crusaders v Highlanders
Orangetheory Stadium
Christchurch, New Zealand
Friday, 21 February 2020
Kick-off is at 08h05
Crusaders will take on Highlanders in the
2020 Super Rugby match at the Orangetheory Stadium on Friday.
The New Zealand giants clinched their second win in this year's competition when they defeated their local rivals Blues 25-8 on February 14.
They are now placed fifth on the overall standings - four points behind the leaders, Chiefs, who are a New Zealand side.
Crusaders will be looking to continue their good form against Highlanders in what will be their fourth match.
Meanwhile, Highlanders registered their maiden win in this year's competition when they recorded a 23-22 win against Australian side Brumbies away on February 15.
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They are now placed 12th on the overall standings - four points above 15th-place Waratahs, who are an Australian side.
Highlanders will be looking to record their second victory in the new season against Crusaders having played two games thus.
Aaron Mauger, the Highlanders coach, has praised his charges ahead of their clash with Crusaders.
"Just really proud of the courage and resilience shown throughout that last three to four minutes," Mauger said on Otago Daily Times.
"Stood up and showed how tight this group is. They want to work hard for themselves, for the coaches, for the fans and the region."
The last time Crusaders and Highlanders clashed in the Super Rugby was on the 21st of June 2019.
Crusaders defeated Highlanders 38-14 in a match which was played at the Orangetheory Stadium.
Head-to-Head (Last five Super Rugby matches)
Matches - 5
Crusaders wins - 3
Highlanders wins - 1
Draws - 1
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