The Crusaders have hung on by the skin of their teeth to overcome the Highlanders 15-12 in their Super Rugby match in Christchurch

The Red and Blacks took the lead in the 71st minute after a try to prop Tamaiti Williams.

Highlanders reserve first-five Cam Millar then had the chance to send the game to extra-time, but pushed his penalty attempt wide.

The win sees the Crusaders move back to the top of the competition ladder.



The Hurricanes have locked up a Super Rugby playoff spot with a 31-27 triumph over the Reds in Brisbane.

The 'Canes led 26-13 at the break, after a three minute burst to end the first 40 saw Cam Roigard and Billy Proctor cross for tries.

The Reds mounted a come back, but a late try sealed the result for the Hurricanes.



Olympic swimmer Hazel Ouwehand has smashed the New Zealand record in the women's 50-metre butterfly at the national championships in Auckland.

The 25-year-old posted a time of 25.43 seconds, beating her own benchmark by .45 of a second.