Wellington, Feb 20 NZPA - The Hurricanes beat the Western Force 47-22 in a Super 14 rugby match at Westpac Stadium here tonight.

Scores:-

Hurricanes 47 (David Smith 2, Cory Jane, Michael Paterson, Neemia Tialata, Ma'a Nonu, Tyson Keats tries; Willie Ripia 2 pen, con, Piri Weepu con, Aaron Cruden con) Force 22 (Josh Tatupu, Dane Haylett-Petty, Chris O'Young tries; James O'Connor pen, 2 con). Halftime: 18-8.