The Crusaders grind out a tough win in harsh conditions. It wasn't much of a spectacle in terms of running rugby but the Crusaders march on into the semi-finals and that is all that they will care about. The Highlanders will be disappointed but they had a good season and just came up against a superior side today.

The ball is knocked on and thats the end of the game

Last minute of play here as the Highlanders try to salvage some pride

What's left?

The Crusaders keeping it tight now to close out the game

Men against boys tonight

HIA

come on highlander give me 7 point

Knock-on and the Crusaders get a scrum and a chance to close out the game

They break into the 22 but knock it on and the Landers run back