PENALTY WELLINGTON: Wellington regain the lead after some indiscipline from the Auckland forwards at the ruck. Lima Sopoaga converts the easy opportunity from in front of the posts.

PENLATY AUCKLAND: Hickey levels the scores for Auckland, after the home side are penalised for illegally turning the scrum.

PENALTY WELLINGTON: The Wellington forwards put the pressure on at the scrum and force the Auckland pack to buckle, resulting in a penalty for the home side. Lima Sopoaga opens his account with a straight forward kick from in front of the posts.

A great break from the Wellington backs is stopped just short of the line. Wellington unable to recycle the ball, and unfortunately knock-on. An exciting start from the home side.

Welcome to our top of the table clash between Wellington and Auckland in the penultimate round of the ITM cup. Both sides will be looking to win today Auckland will be looking to upset Wellington and go top of the table after beating Canterbury last weekend. A good game in store!