The full house signs are up for this year’s Super Rugby Pacific Final between the Hurricanes and Chiefs at Hnry Stadium in Wellington on Saturday after tickets sold out within 15 minutes.
Tickets went on sale to the general public on Tuesday morning and the rapid sell-out for the eagerly anticipated clash is a clear indication of the excitement surrounding the first-ever final between these teams.
A capacity crowd will be in attendance to witness the final chapter of the 2026 campaign, as the tournament’s standout teams battle for the title.
Super Rugby Pacific chief executive Jack Mesley said the sell-out was a fitting reflection of the momentum built throughout the season.
“To see the Grand Final sell out so quickly is a fantastic result for our competition, the clubs and our fans,” he said.
“The Hurricanes and the Chiefs have both produced outstanding rugby throughout the season and it’s exciting to see so many fans eager to be part of what promises to be a special occasion.
‘We can’t wait to see a packed Hnry Stadium’
“The atmosphere in Wellington on Saturday night is going to be incredible, and we can’t wait to see a packed Hnry Stadium for our pinnacle event.”
Meanwhile, Hurricanes chief executive Tony Philp couldn’t hide his elation with the fan response.
“To see Hnry Stadium sold out for a Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final is a fantastic moment for our club and for the Hurricanes region,” he said.
“This is exactly what the club hopes for at the start of the season – the chance play in front of a packed stadium with a championship on the line.
“The city has embraced the opportunity to host the biggest match of the Super Rugby Pacific season and we’re looking forward to uniting and exciting our city and our region.”
The Hurricanes finished the regular season atop the competition’s standings and advanced through the play-offs with wins over the the Reds and Blues, while the Chiefs booked their place in the decider following another excellent finals campaign, where they beat the the Brumbies and last year’s champions, the Crusaders.
Fans lucky enough to have bought Super Rugby Pacific Final tickets will also be treated to a half-time performance from iconic Aotearoa musician Stan Walker, who last performed at the 2013 Final when the Chiefs beat the Brumbies.
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Super Rugby Pacific Final: Hurricanes v Chiefs
Date: Saturday, 20 June, 2026
Venue: Hnry Stadium, Wellington
Kick-off: 17:30 (local NZST), 06:30 (UK), 07:30 (France), 07:30 (South Africa), 15:30 (AEST), 17:30 (New Zealand), 02:30 (Argentina), 14:30 (JST), 01:30 (EDT)
TV coverage: Sky Sport NZ, Stan Sport, SuperSport, Sky Sports (UK), ESPN, Canal +