What a turn around for Manawatu! After conceding over 70 points against Canterbury on Wednesday they came here today with big emphasis on shoring up there defence which they managed to do. They limited Taranaki to just 6 points in total which will really please them. Taranaki will be disappointed to be leaving with a loss after looking good for so long, but they just couldn't keep possession in the danger areas. This loss leaves them in slight trouble of relegation with Waikato breathing down there necks, Thanks for following with Ultimate Rugby

Taranaki pushing hard at the end but Te Rure kicks the ball out to end the game with a win for the home side

Taranaki with a number of substitutes as they try and wrestle this match back late on after Te Rure extended the lead to 12-6

Te Rure with a tough kick to extend the lead

Attacking line otu to the home side on the 22

Manawatu attack inside the Taranaki half. They are awarded a penalty

Manawatu are awarded a penalty and Te Rure adds the 3 points putting them back in front

Manawatu 5 out

This time, from a much tougher kick, Taylor makes no mistake. 6-6

Taranaki penalty. Taylor has another chance to level