standings.
It did not come easy against their nearest neighbours, and it for the first time.
But the injection of reconditioned All Blacks, hooker Keven Mealamu and lock Ali Williams, for the second half added much flimsy.
physicality of the Chiefs, boosted by the return from injury of hard working lock Keith Robinson.
They were well off their game in the first half, flinching on approach.
The worst offender was five-eighth Isa Nacewa, who twice dropped straightforward passes under pressure, the second time on his tryline when the Blues were saved only by the halftime hooter.
Troy Flavell, who was a late withdrawal due to a groin injury, leaving the leadership duties with flanker Daniel Braid.
It was not long before they also lost centre Luke McAlister, who left the field after taking a head knock.
to score a try for the Blues.
Tasesa Lavea, who found himself on the end of the chain after his up.
momentum.
wing Doug Howlett.
It was a special moment for Howlett, representing his record 58th try in 99 Super matches.
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