After Round 15 of this year’s Super Rugby season the top nine teams all remain in contention for a playoffs berth.
The Sharks still lead the points table with 44 followed by the Waratahs on 39 points while the Crusaders lead the New Zealand conference but is in third place in the overall standings with 37 points.
The Western Force is in fourth place after their victory over the Lions followed by the Hurricanes then the Highlanders who are both on 36 points.
Last year’s finalist the Brumbies is in 7th place with 35 points followed by the defending champions the Chiefs who have dropped to 8th on the overall ladder.
The Bulls are 9th with 33 points.
This Friday the Crusaders take on the Force at 7.35pm while the Reds will play the Highlanders at 9.40pm.
Story by: Aliki Bia
