On 15th May 2026
Catch the Super Rugby Pacific live showdown between the Chiefs and Highlanders on May 15th, 2026. The match will occur at FMG Stadium Waikato and commence at 7:05 PM local time. Enjoy the Highlanders VS Chiefs action-packed rugby match, streaming live in high definition on desktops, laptops, and Android devices, accessible worldwide.
Event: Super Rugby Pacific 2026
Teams: Chiefs vs Highlanders
Date: 15 May 2026
Location: FMG Stadium Waikato
Kick-off: 07:05 pm (Australian Local time), 19:05 pm (New Zealand Local Time)
Live Stream: Watch Here
The Chiefs are based in Hamilton and represent the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, and Thames Valley regions of New Zealand. They were founded in 1996 and have won the Super Rugby championship three times, in 2012, 2013, and 2022. A number of skilled players have come out of the team over the years, such as Sonny Bill Williams, Liam Messam, and Brodie Retallick, all of whom are known for the team's aggressive rugby style.
The Highlanders, on the other hand, are based in Dunedin and represent the Otago, Southland, and North Otago regions of New Zealand. Established in the year 1996, and have won the Super Rugby championship once, in 2015. The team is recognized for its hard-hitting, physical style of play and has nurtured several skilled athletes such as Josh Ioane, Ben Smith, and Jonah Lomu.
The Chiefs and Highlanders have played each other many times over the years, with both teams sharing victories in a number of closely contested matches. The rivalry between the two teams is particularly intense when they play for the Gordon Hunter Memorial Trophy, which is named in honor of a former Highlanders player who died at a young age. The trophy is awarded to the winner of each Chiefs vs Highlanders match, adding an extra layer of competition to an already fierce rivalry.