Waisake Naholo scored two tries for the Highlanders but it was not enough as they lost 29-12 to the Hurricanes last night.

[Waisake Naholo's try - Video: Shaun Lilford]

 

This was the Highlanders first loss of this Super Rugby season.

Hurricanes winger Ben Lam and replacement back Vince Aso scored two spectacular tries in the match.

[Hurricanes vs Highlanders - Video: Rugby.com.au]

 

Beauden Barrett converted 3 of the 4 tries for the Hurricanes while Jordie Barrett landed a long‑range penalty.

Hurricanes flanker Ardie Savea was forced from the field with a rib injury.

In other matches, the Stormers overcame the Reds 25-19, while the Chiefs thrashed the Sunwolves 61-10.

[Stormers vs Reds - Video: Rugby.com.au]

 

Meanwhile, the Jaguares will play the Lions today at 9.40 this morning.