Highlanders rugby captain Ben Smith believes it will be an exciting match for Fiji born All Blacks winger Waisake Naholo when they take on Chiefs at ANZ Stadium in Suva tonight.

Smith says they Naholo is an important member of the team and they are also aware of their mission ahead.

“The team is excited to get here obviously with Waisake Naholo and Tevita Nabura being from here that makes us special for our team. We know it’s going to be tough as against the Chiefs on Saturday night but I think as a group we are really excited about the challenge.”

Highlanders take on Chiefs at 7.30 tonight at ANZ Stadium in Suva.
The gates will be open from 4pm.