TMO called in for potential foul play
Smith gets the second half underway
A messy first half from both teams, sees Waikato lead at half time. Both sides made errors and questionable decisions. Auckland will still feel favorites, but Waikato have shown they are up for this and can put Auckland under pressure
The lineout is messy and Waikato win the ball
Bug scrum from Auckland to win a penalty
Auckland knock in midfield inside their 10m
Waikato win a penalty outside the 22m.
Waikato win a penalty and play it quickly. Tele'a smashes Taukeiaho before Waikato win another penalty
Good hands from Auckland as they counter to Sullivan. he takes it up to the 22m before chipping in field. The bounce nearly sits up for Rayasi, but Waikato clear
Off the lineout, Auckland take it to the short side. A clever pass from Ruru sees Rayasi go over