TRY: After Bay Of Plenty build the phases, a quick turnover and some good play from the Canterbury backline leads to a final score of the game for the away side. A comfortable win away from home for Canterbury securing the bonus point victory. The home side will be disappointed with the result considering their fast paced start to the game.

Bay of plenty go on the attack late on. A kick to the corner

George Whitelock crosses for his second try of the game from a move stemming from Canterbury's line out and powerful work from their forwards. 41-18 to the defending champs with ten to play.

Canterbury win a penalty while hard on defence. They clear to the line, but Ripia's missed conversion from right in front has ended any chance of a possible fightback.

TRY: Axtens crosses for the Bay Of Plenty. Ripia is unable to close the gap as his conversion attempt is unsuccessful.

TMO called in to look at potential obstruction in lead up to try.

Keresoma with his second of the game. The Canterbury winger makes the most of the opportunity shown to him and crosses the line once more for his side. Bleyendal adds the conversion.

Steamers looking strong with the pick and go, given a penalty 5m out. Looking threatening, then Kenny Lynn crashes over.

Plenty enjoying a sustained period of possession on the Canterbury line. Visitors concede a cynical penalty. Ref has a chat with Whitelock

Veteran Whitelock goes over for the first score of the second period here at Rotorua. Bleyendaal converts to give his side a 21 point lead. Canterbury continuing to assert their dominance both in the loose and at the set piece.