After a great build up, Kainga loses the ball forward inside the 22m area. Northand scrum.

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.

Northland attack the midfield from the scrum but Bay of Plenty's defense holds strong and forces a knock-on. Scrum near halfway.

Northland have a scrum on halfway. Thus far they have had 78% possession in the opening 10min.

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.

Northland win a penalty after Fisilau enters the ruck from the side. Easy 3 points for Hawkins.

Northland gets a hand to the ball and lose it forward, Bay of Plenty have a scrum on the 22m line midfield.

Bay of Plenty on the attack inside Northland's 22m.

Hawkins gets the match underway.

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.