The ACT Brumbies have responded to their defeat to the NSW Waratahs with a gutsy 14-10 victory against the Highlanders.

Round Nine of Super Rugby Pacific has thrown up some fresh injury concerns despite a large contingency of teams having the bye last week.

Round 9 of Super Rugby Pacific is filled with big match-ups as the teams lock in their sides for the weekend.

All Blacks and Chiefs centre Quinn Tupaea has continued his surge, taking a clear lead in the Super Rugby Pacific Player of the Year voting after Round 8.