There are no heirs apparent to the likes of Beauden Barrett and Richie Mo'unga.
How did the Highlanders rate in their defeat at the hands of the Blues in their Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final showdown?
The Highlanders have made five changes to their starting line-up ahead of their sudden death showdown with the Blues on Saturday.
As the Highlanders prepare to return to Melbourne for the final round of the 2022 Super Rugby Pacific Season, they know they have a very specific job to do
The Highlanders are currently sitting in 8th and the final play-off spot, with just two more rounds to go, but will know that if they are to keep destiny in their own hands at least one or more victory.
The Highlanders have sprung a surprise in their team selection for Friday's Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Western Force.
The Highlanders were victorious against Australian Super Rugby heavyweights the Queensland Reds at Suncorp Stadium this evening. The men from the deep south of New Zealand took the match 29-17 after grinding down an uncharacteristically passive home side.
Highlanders lock Josh Dickson has returned early from suspension for this week's Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Reds in Brisbane.
It is the second week on tour for the Highlanders arriving in Fiji on Monday after travelling from the Super Round in Melbourne weekend.
The Highlanders have switched up their halves for this Sunday's clash with the Brumbies in Melbourne.