Rugby

Iowane expected to deliver for Highlanders

February 14, 2019 12:40 pm

Highlanders co-captain Ben Smith is confident of young Josh Ioane to deliver his very best in their super rugby opener against Chiefs tomorrow.

23-year-old Ioane will start at first-five outside halfback.

Smith says they are looking forward to seeing more from Ioane tomorrow night.

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“Josh he just back himself and he’s young and we want to see more of him this Friday. He has a lot to offer and we’re looking forward to seeing him in action on Friday night.”

Highlanders take on Chiefs at 6.35pm on Friday while Brumbies play the Rebels at 8.45pm.

Blues will battle Crusaders at 6.35pm Saturday while the Waratahs take on Hurricanes at 8.45pm.

Sunwolves will then play Sharks at 10.55pm

On Sunday, Stormers will battle Bulls at 3.15am and Jaguares will face Lions at 9.40am.

Meanwhile, you can watch Brumbies-Rebels game on Friday and Blues-Crusaders match on Saturday live on FBC Sports.