Christopher Reive Senior Sports Journalist·NZ Herald·4 Jul, 2026 05:12 AM4 mins to read‌Te Rauoriwa Gapper celebrates with Arene Landon-Lane (right) after a try in Hurricanes Poua's win over the Blues. Photo / Getty ImagesTe Rauoriwa Gapper celebrates with Arene Landon-Lane (right) after a try in Hurricanes Poua's win over the Blues. Photo / Getty ImagesHurricanes Poua 45 Blues Women 30 Matatū 41 Chiefs Manawa 24 The year of the hurricane has extended to Super Rugby Aupiki.

After seeing their men’s team sweep to a Super Rugby Pacific title this year, Hurricanes Poua have put back-to-back wins for the first time, knocking