Noakes completes a poor night off the tee by missing an important kick. You would argue that the Blues deserved something out of the game after that comeback but you can't expect too much with so many missed kicks.
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Penalty to Blues and they are going to take the penalty and get a losing bonus point. Up steps Noakes

Controversial call by Ref Williamson as he gives a short arm kick to Highlanders after an early engage by the Blues...Highlanders scrum again and concede a scrum penalty. Line out for Blues on the 50m line, 1 minute remains

Under 5 minutes left and the Blues have the scrum feed on their 22m line

Steve Luatua has been rather quiet by his standards but has contributed at line out time with 10 takes

The Blues have fought well in the 2nd 40 and are within 8 points after trailing by 24 at half time. we have 8 minutes left and it is game on

Na he was on the bench

Benji Marshall started that try with a quick tap and inside pass. Piri Weepu was smashed by Buckman but kept control of the ball. End result Blues try

Blues driving in on the angle at ruck time and the Highlanders look to extend their lead off the boot of Sopoaga

Penalty to Blues, 5m out. Quick Tap