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After a great build up, Kainga loses the ball forward inside the 22m area. Northand scrum.
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Bay of Plenty win a penalty from the scrum after they go offside. With a stiff wind into their faces they are unable to kick at poles and instead set up a lineout near the 22m line. They form a maul before releasing the backline.
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Northland attack the midfield from the scrum but Bay of Plenty's defense holds strong and forces a knock-on. Scrum near halfway.
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Northland have a scrum on halfway. Thus far they have had 78% possession in the opening 10min.
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Matt Wright enters the ruck from the side and gives a penalty away, however the kick for the corner is a shocker and ends up in the midfield. Bay of Plenty on the counter attack.
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Northland win a penalty after Fisilau enters the ruck from the side. Easy 3 points for Hawkins.
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Northland gets a hand to the ball and lose it forward, Bay of Plenty have a scrum on the 22m line midfield.
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Bay of Plenty on the attack inside Northland's 22m.
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Hawkins gets the match underway.
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Hello and welcome to today's clash between Bay of Plenty vs Northland live from Baypark Stadium. Bay of Plenty have had a tough season thus far with only one win from 7 attempts, while Northland are currently in third position and are on a high after an impressive showing against Taranaki. The previous match between these two saw Northland win 36-17 in a very messy game. Ultimate Rugby will keep you up to date throughout the match.