Australia 1 - New Zealand 1

The Crusaders won earlier today their Super 14 match against the Brumbies. But so have the Reds against the Highlanders.

Thus, the score is even: 1 game all.

Unlike the previous one held in Christchurch, the game at Brisbane has not lacked emotion. In a huge second time, the Highlanders who were trailing 12-3 at first half came close to it as they got within a penalty goal range 19 - 16 with six minutes remaining. The final score was 22 - 16.

Bad news for the Highlanders who have shown big spirit but have only managed to get a single point. I wish this spirit will lead them next week in Canberra.