Highlanders 31 - 26 Waratahs

● full_time 80 minutes

09 May 2026

Stage: Regular Season Round 13

Forsyth Barr Stadium

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The Highlanders secured a narrow victory over the NSW Waratahs, finishing 31-26 at Forsyth Barr Stadium. Jonah Lowe was instrumental for the Highlanders, scoring two tries, while Cameron Millar contributed with five conversions and a penalty. The home side built an early lead with three tries in the first 18 minutes, showcasing their attacking prowess. The Waratahs responded with a try from Andrew Kellaway and fought back bravely, narrowing the gap throughout the second half. A red card for Jona Nareki complicated matters for the Highlanders, but they held their nerve under pressure. Clem Halaholo and Sid Harvey scored late tries for the Waratahs, bringing them close to victory. Ultimately, the Highlanders managed to maintain their lead, claiming a hard-fought win in a thrilling encounter.

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Weather

Temperature: 14.0°C (Feels like 9.1°C) Condition: PartlyCloudy Wind: 22.2 km/h, gusting to 50.1 km/h Humidity: 60% Cloud Cover: 56%

Highlights

Events

0' kickoff
5' try Jonah Lowe
6' conversion Cameron Millar
10' try Caleb Tangitau
11' conversion Cameron Millar
18' try Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens
19' conversion Cameron Millar
21' yellow_card Timoci Tavatavanawai
22' try Andrew Kellaway
23' conversion Sid Harvey
27' substitution Angus Blyth
31' yellow_card_complete Timoci Tavatavanawai
34' try Jonah Lowe
35' conversion Cameron Millar
38' substitution Andrew Kellaway
40' half_time
40' second_half
43' substitution Ethan Dobbins
43' substitution Daniel Botha
44' try Apolosi Ranawai
48' substitution Isaac Kailea
48' substitution Jake Gordon
56' substitution Jack Debreczeni
56' substitution Adam Lennox
56' substitution Lucas Casey
57' red_card Jona Nareki
60' substitution Angus Ta'avao
60' substitution Ethan de Groot
62' substitution Folau Fainga'a
64' substitution Pete Samu
66' substitution Jack Taylor
68' substitution Jonah Lowe
69' try Clem Halaholo
70' conversion Sid Harvey
75' substitution Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens
78' try Sid Harvey
78' conversion Sid Harvey
81' penalty Cameron Millar
80' full_time