The Waratahs are backing themselves to upset the Crusaders without Kurtley Beale this Friday.
The Waratahs are aiming to smash a 12‑year, six‑match losing streak against the seven‑time champions in Christchurch.
They are now on top of the Australian conference after their 31‑8 bonus‑point victory over the Bulls on Saturday night.
New Zealand teams are dominating the competition, winning 16 of 18 matches on home soil this year, including all seven against Australian sides.
The Waratahs clash with the Crusaders at 7.35pm Friday.
