Super Rugby Pacific’s Kids Round is back, bringing families and young fans closer to the action with an exciting lineup of games, activities and on-field moments alongside plenty more running rugby.
Fresh off the bye week, the Highlanders are gearing up to host the Hurricanes at Forsyth Barr Stadium. This match marks the debut of the New Zealand clubs' Marvel Jerseys, with the Highlanders donning iconic green inspired by the Hulk and the Hurricanes suiting up like Captain America.
Kids under 13 can attend the game for free in the Gold, General Admission (GA) and Family areas of Forsyth Barr Stadium, making it easy for young fans to see real-life super heroes in action.
The ACT Brumbies will face off against the Fijian Drua in Canberra, showcasing a special Kids Round jersey, designed by children who have been affected by rare childhood cancers. The jerseys will be auctioned off next week and all proceeds will benefit the Win The Day charity, which provides crucial support to these young heroes and their families.
At GIO Stadium, fans will also have access to the newly launched Family Zone packed with fun and games for all ages including inflatables, face painting, a bucking bull and a wide variety of giveaways.
With family at the heart of this round, the Crusaders will be hosting the Western Force at Apollo Projects Stadium mid-afternoon on Saturday, where they'll run out in their Iron Man inspired jersey. Young fans are encouraged to wear their own superhero costumes or jerseys to the game to join the fun. There will a superhero pose camera looking for fans during the game, and a half-time kids parade.
The Blues are heading down State Highway 1 to face their old rivals the Chiefs, in another edition of the Battle of the Bombays. For Round 5, the two teams will also be taking the field in their Marvel jerseys, inspired by Spiderman and Black Panther respectively. At half-time, there will be a Super Kid obstacle race and an augmented reality prize drop featuring over 50 giveaways for fans in the stands, the first of its kind at a Super Rugby Pacific game.
The Queensland Reds will also welcome traditional adversaries the NSW Waratahs to Suncorp Stadium on Saturday. Festivities in Brisbane include a pre-game march past of junior clubs and school participants, followed by a Little Legends Relay at half-time.
Moana Pasifika have the bye and will return to the field in Round 6 against the Chiefs in Pukekohe on Friday 21 March.
Super Rugby Kids Round Fixtures
Friday
Highlanders v Hurricanes, 5.05pm AEDT/7.05pm NZDT, Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
Brumbies v Fijian Drua, 7.35pm AEDT/9.35pm NZDT, GIO Stadium, Canberra
Saturday
Crusaders v Force, 2.35pm AEDT/4.35pm NZDT, Apollo Projects Stadium, Christchurch
Chiefs v Blues, 5.05pm AEDT/7.05PM NZDT, FMG Stadium, Hamilton
Reds v Waratahs, 7.35pm AEDT/9.35pm NZDT, Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane
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