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Chiefs hold on as Highlanders denied comeback

By 1News Reporters
March 23, 2024
Rameka Poihipi scored the Chiefs third try of the match.

Rameka Poihipi scored the Chiefs third try of the match. (Source: Photosport)

The Chiefs have held on to beat the Highlanders 28-21 in Hamilton in a match that was dominated by the home side.

The Highlanders trailed 21-0 at half time but scored three second half tries to bring the game within one try but failed to get over the line after the full time siren sounded.

This loss extends the Highlanders losing streak against New Zealand opposition to 18 matches after last tasting victory against the Blues in the 2021 season.

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