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    The Highlanders are happy to play with the Super Rugby Pacific cards they've been dealt, ahead of the final round robin game... as they chase a spot in the playoffs

    The Highlanders are happy to play with the Super Rugby Pacific cards they've been dealt, ahead of the final round robin game... as they chase a spot in the playoffs


    The Southern Men will know by kickoff whether they require a win to advance, with the Western Force playing at midnight... and able to move three points ahead of them with a bonus point victory against the Hurricanes.

    Highlanders coach Tony Brown says playing last is an advantage.



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