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Auckland working their way up deep into Manukau territory. Some strong one off runners has them 5 meters out from the try line.
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Manukau really bringing the game to Auckland. A lovely break by Stowers followed by some great offloading brings counties to the Auckland 22. They can keep possession however and give away the penalty.
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Slow play here as Auckland now begin to get to into the game. scrum Auckland just outside Counties 22.
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Kick missed by Ki Anufe as he pushes it to the right of the upright.
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And were off here at Eden park. Counties Applying the early pressure here in the Auckland 22 and have won themselves a penalty for playing it on the ground.
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Hello and welcome to this ITM cup Clash between Auckland and Counties Manukau here at ultimate rugby. Auckland will be looking to keep there winning streak going after a solid win over Bay of Plenty keeping them in touch with the the top 2. While Counties will want to put up a better showing after a 20 point defeat to Tasman at their last outing. Should be a great game of rugby. Stay here for all the live updates.