Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week - Rd 14
The best Draft Rugby Fantasy Scorers for round 14 of Super Rugby
Intro
Round 14 was a weekend of absolute chaos and high-stakes drama as the playoff picture reached a boiling point. The Hurricanes laid down a massive championship marker by putting 47 points past the Blues at Eden Park, while the Chiefs dismantled the Highlanders in Hamilton. But the big story for fantasy managers is the rapidly filling Casualty Ward, which claimed All Black general Damian McKenzie (concussion) and Highlanders strike-runner Caleb Tangitau (Achilles) on a brutal weekend of injuries. With the playoff sprint in full swing, navigating the Trade Window is the only way to save your season. If you didn't secure the high-volume workhorses who dominated the trenches this week, you’re likely chasing your league-mates for a spot in the finals.
Team of the Week
1: Ollie Norris – Prop, Chiefs (74 pts)
Norris put on an absolute clinic in front-row work-rate, hitting 24 rucks and making 12 tackles. Under our scoring system, his 8 carries (5 over the gain line) and 26 post-contact metres provided a massive scoring floor, proving why elite props are a fantasy gold mine.
2: Ioane Moananu – Hooker, Waratahs (84 pts)
A towering, match-winning shift from the Waratahs’ hooker in Suva. Along with a clinical brace of tries and a try assist, Moananu recorded 19 ruck arrivals and won 10 lineout throws. Hookers who can deliver this level of complete set-piece and open-field dominance are the ultimate fantasy cheat code.
3: Xavier Numia – Prop, Hurricanes (67 pts)
With Tyrel Lomax sidelined, Numia continues to carry the load for the Hurricanes’ front row. He notched up 9 tackles and 19 ruck arrivals, while his 5 tackle busts from 6 carries showed a direct carrying threat that outscored most mid-tier fly-halves this week.
4: Naitoa Ah Kuoi – Lock, Chiefs (68 pts)
Stepping in for Josh Lord, Ah Kuoi delivered an engine-room masterclass. He recorded a try, a try assist, and 23 ruck arrivals to completely choke out the Highlanders’ set-piece momentum. He is a mandatory high-floor asset for any pack whenever he starts.
5: Warner Dearns – Lock, Hurricanes (63 pts)
Dearns was an unstoppable force in the heavyweight clash at Eden Park, charging down a kick to score a crucial first-half try. With 12 carries (8 over the gain line) and 20 ruck arrivals, his tireless work-rate provided the physical platform the Wellington side needed to run riot.
6: Lucas Casey – Back Row, Highlanders (123 pts)
Player of the Round. An absolutely historic fantasy performance. Casey was a human wrecking ball against the Chiefs, recording a massive 22 carries (15 over the gain line) and 17 tackles. His 100 post-contact metres and 13 dominant carries are astronomical statistics that single-handedly broke head-to-head matchups this week.
7: Peter Lakai – Back Row, Hurricanes (76 pts)
Lakai continues to play at an All-Black incumbent level. He capped off a clinical 80-minute performance with a rolling-maul try after the siren, complementing his 13 carries, 13 tackles, and 32 ruck arrivals. He is currently the most consistent back-row asset in the competition.
8: Carlo Tizzano – Back Row, Western Force (68 pts)
The Force’s premium open-side led his team to a thrilling upset victory over the Reds in Perth. Tizzano bagged a crucial brace of tries alongside 18 tackles and 31 ruck arrivals, demonstrating the relentless, high-volume grit that makes him a premier head-to-head weapon.
9: Xavier Roe – Scrumhalf, Chiefs (77 pts)
Roe controlled the pace of the game beautifully, recording 66 passes, a try, and a try assist in the Chiefs’ Hamilton rout. His 286 kick metres in play show he is taking full tactical authority at the base, ensuring his place as a top-tier halfback option.
10: Lawson Creighton – Flyhalf, Waratahs (50 pts)
Creighton managed the game with supreme composure from the inside centre position, recording 13 passes, 8 tackles, and 5 tackle busts. Playmakers who are willing to take the line on themselves and challenge the gain line (7 crosses) are a rare commodity in this format.
11: Fehi Fineanganofo – Outside Back, Hurricanes (79 pts)
A rampant performance from the competition’s top try-scorer. Fehi crossed for his 16th try of the season, putting him level with the all-time single-season record. Beyond his clinical finishing, his 9 gain-line crosses and 7 tackle busts confirm his status as an elite-tier weapon.
12: Billy Proctor – Centre, Hurricanes (67 pts)
Proctor provided the ultimate playmaking hub in the Hurricanes’ backline. He recorded 2 line-break assists, 3 offloads, and 8 dominant carries to shred the Blues’ midfield defense and keep the attack moving at speed.
13: Tanielu Tele’a – Centre, Highlanders (62 pts)
With James Lowe shifted to the wing, Tele’a stepped up in the midfield with a highly physical shift. He recorded 17 passes, a try assist, and 26 post-contact metres, proving he is a reliable source of midfield volume for the Highlanders.
14: Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens – Outside Back, Highlanders (73 pts)
JRK remains a high-volume counter-attacking threat. He recorded 4 line breaks, a try, and 102 carry metres, using his electric footwork (9 dominant carries) to give the Highlanders a constant spark from the back field.
15: Jock Campbell – Outside Back, Reds (68 pts)
Campbell was the shining light in a tough Reds defeat, acting as a premier back-three playmaker. With 91 carry metres, 2 line breaks, and a try assist, his high-volume involvement ensured a reliable ceiling for his fantasy owners.
Available in your league? (Hidden Gems)
Lucas Casey (Highlanders - Back Row): With Nikora Broughton sidelined with a knee injury, Casey has officially seized his opportunity in the back row. His 123-point Masterclass in Round 14 featured a staggering 22 carries (15 over the gain line), 17 tackles, and 100 post-contact metres. Grab this relentless workhorse in the Trade Window before your league-mates realize he’s a locked-in starter.
Ioane Moananu (Waratahs - Hooker): With both Folau Fainga'a and Ethan Dobbins sidelined in the Casualty Ward, Moananu has stepped into the starting hooker role for the Waratahs and made it his own. His Round 14 explosion of 84 fantasy points showcased exactly why he's a premium target: a clinical brace of tries, 19 ruck arrivals, and a highly active playmaking role with 11 passes and 3 offloads. If you are looking to stream hookers for the playoff run, make sure to target Moananu in the Trade Window before your league-mates beat you to him.
Xavier Roe (Chiefs - Scrumhalf): With Damian McKenzie entering the Casualty Ward after a head knock, Roe is set to inherit a massive share of playmaking duties. His 77-point shift in Round 14 featured 66 passes, a try, a try assist, and 286 kick metres. Secure this high-ceiling pivot before your rivals catch on.
Written by Harry Dale