Who is favored to win in Highlanders vs Chiefs?
The Chiefs are heavily favored to win against the Highlanders with odds of $1.25 on the moneyline, compared to the Highlanders at $3.70, reflecting the Chiefs' superior form and the Highlanders' injury concerns including the loss of World Rugby Rookie of the Year Fabian Holland to a season-ending shoulder dislocation with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What time is Highlanders vs Chiefs?
The match starts at 5:05 PM AEDT (Australian Eastern Daylight Time) on Saturday, February 21, 2026, which is 6:05 AM UTC on February 21.
Where is Highlanders vs Chiefs being held?
The match will be played at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin, New Zealand, a historic South Island venue that serves as the home ground for the Otago Highlanders.
Highlanders vs Chiefs prediction & odds - who wins?
The Chiefs are predicted to win by 9.5 points with spread odds of -9.5 at $1.85, indicating strong confidence in their ability to dominate the Highlanders who are without key players Dylan Pledger and Fabian Holland due to ACL and shoulder injuries respectively.
What is the head to head record between Highlanders vs Chiefs?
In their recent Super Rugby Pacific history, the Chiefs have demonstrated clear superiority over the Highlanders, with the Chiefs winning their last matchup convincingly and maintaining a strong head-to-head record that reflects their status as consistent playoff contenders compared to the Highlanders' rebuilding phase.
