Blues too strong for hapless Force

Auckland - The Blues claimed their second win of the Super Rugby season when they beat the Western Force 41-24 at Eden Park on Saturday.

Akira Ioane was the star of the show for the hosts as he crossed for a wonderful individual score in the five-try performance in front of their fans in Auckland.

However, the Blues and New Zealand will be interested to hear the news on injured duo Jerome Kaino (finger) and Charles Piutau (knee), who both were withdrawn from the action in the 17th and 32nd minute respectively.