There was a time when the Highlanders represented the heartland of New Zealand rugby. Their stadium was a fortress and teams hated going there. They were always competitive but over the last decade they have slipped down the ladder to become the Shaky Isles’ shakiest team. The Reds need the win but after last week’s win over the Bulls are finally starting to look like the that won the Super Rugby title two years ago. Reds to win a hard-fought encounter.
Sport: Rugby
Competition: Super Rugby
Event: Highlanders v Reds
Location: Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin, New Zealand
Date and time: Friday 29 March 19:35 (Dunedin), 14:35 (Macau)
Big Jim’s bet: Queensland Reds at the line/handicap
See you back here at wgm8.com for tomorrow’s tip.