He is replaced however by the very able Riccitelli who had a good showing in last week's semi final

The Hurricanes suffer a blow as they lose their captain early in the half due to injury.

Perenara rushed to clear the ball at the base of the ruck and as a result the ball is knocked on and the Lions' defense rewarded for great work while under pressure

Barrett takes the ball into contact and is still able to get the ball out as the Hurricanes apply pressure early in the half

The Hurricanes in possession now and inside the 22 of the Lions

Is this being streamed anywhere

Barretts bumps one into the 22 of the Lions and De Klerk sends the ball into touch

Ardie Savea with another strong carry as he sets up the ruck.

The Hurricanes up quickly again on defense restricting the visitors to having to put the ball to boot

Mauritz

i agree that it is very impressive but they are quite frequently offside. A lot of NH refs of yesteryear would be less forgiving... I guess thats the game now though.