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Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

And its all over from the Westpac Stadium, as in the end Wellington have ran out easy winner against a spirited Manuwatu side. However the scoreline doesnt reflect the true nature of this game, a game where had it not been for an explosive last 10 minutes from the home side, the result may have been so different. Thanks for following with us on Ultimate Rugby, see you next time.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

TRY WELLINGTON! And there in again, Fa'atau this time crashing over the line from close range to put even further gloss on the scoreboard.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

2 tries in quick succession and this game is over. Strong running from Ardie Savea set up both tries, as Manuwatu look to have finally run out of steam.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

Sapoaga looks like he may have turned this game into a Wellington win with two mighty kicks in quick succession. Wellington lead by six with under 10 minutes to go.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

Just over 10 minutes to go and this one os going right down to the wire. Wellington look the more likely to score, but the Manuwatu defence has been solid this half. Could we be headed for a draw?

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

Finally the Wellington pressure pays off, Sapoaga slotting the kick after Manuwatu are pinged for offside at the breakdown. Scores are level, under 20 minutes to go in this absorbing game.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

20 minutes to go, Wellington still on top but they cant find the vital opening just yet. Manuwatu holding on to their slim lead, for now.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

Wellington still very much on top here but cant find the killer instinct to make a score. Ngatai and Hill both have great runs which get the side close but as of yet the second half remains scoreless, 50 minutes gone.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

Good start to the half from Wellington, having all of the possession and in dangerous territory, but handling errors is costing them points. Still scoreless after five minutes.

Ultimate Rugby Sep 9

TRY WELLINGTON! What a time to score, on the stroke of half time. Sapoaga starts the move with a break on halfway, bringing play right into the Manuwatu 22. Eventually after a number of pic and go's Filipo dives over for a decisive score. Sapoaga converts.