Perfect response from Manawatu as they go straight down the field and score a try. Good cleaning out a the ruck allows captain Callum Gibbins to score a well worked team try. Jade Te Rure converts.

Early try here from Otago as Gareth J. Evans receives a pass off a ruck and powers trough the middle to score. Hayden Parker converts.

HEAD TO HEAD between the two sides. Played: 38, Otago 19, Manawatu 13

Hello and welcome to Ultimate Rugby's coverage of the ITM Cup match between Otago v Manawatu. The team line-ups are confirmed and kick of is just over 15 minutes away.