MARIKA Koroibete and Isi Naisarani’s Melbourne Rebels made a winning start to the 2019 Super Rugby season after defeating Tevita Kuridrani and Henry Speights Brumbies 34-27 in Canberra last night.
According to the Super Rugby website, the Rebels led 22-19 at half-time.
In another match played last night, the Highlander edged the Chiefs 30-27.
Three matches will be played today.
The Blues take on the Crusaders at 6.35pm; the Waratahs play the Hurricanes at 8.45pm; while the Sunwolves host the Sharks at 10.55pm.