Highlanders lose their captain very early on in the match. Possibly out for the remainder of the game!

Both teams getting a chance to run the ball in the first 8 minutes, feeling each other out. However it's the Canes who draw first blood. They find themselves deep in the Highlander half, battering against a sturdy defence. Thirteen phases pass before Smith eventually crashes over for try number one.

Come on highlanders !

Well done

Late change for the Hurricanes: Motu replaces Coles at hooker.

Hello and welcome everyone. Likely to be an exciting match today. Hurricanes looking to build on their late win against the Crusaders last week. The Wellington team are starting to show some signs of life after a slow start to the season. Highlanders however are still in search of that elusive first win, despite their impressive team sheet.

Can't wait til kickoff