It's wide, 22 drop out for Taranaki

Taranaki caught offside

Penalty to Tasman and they will kick for goal

Strong defence from Wainui

Jordan into the line makes ground

Taranaki gather but are taken to touch for a Tasman throw which they take quickly up to the 22

Hunt gets this semi final underway for Tasman

The sides are out on the field, kickoff is just moments away

Taranaki host the Tasman Makos in the semi-final of the Mitre 10 Cup Premiership. Taranaki topped the overall standings, winning eight of their ten matches, while Tasman recorded six victories to finish in fourth spot. This should be a cracking encounter, with the winner facing defending champions Canterbury in the Premiership final.