We have an early try for Auckland. Simon Hickey kicks up field a lucky bounce comes to Hadleigh Parkes who has a clear run to score. Hickey converts the try.

We are under way here with Daniel Brooks kicks off.

Hello and welcome to Ultimate Rugby's live coverage of the ITM Cup clash between Taranaki and Auckland. Auckland are unbeaten with four wins while Taranaki had a rough opening two rounds.
Teams are confirmed and Kick Off is 10 minutes away.