15 minutes gone, and not surprisingly both teams are finding it hard to move the ball into dangerous territory. The pitch is already very torn up, it really is energy sapping stuff out there.

11 minutes gone and the Blues open thier account, as Halfpenny nails his kickable penalty to draw the teams level.

Conditions at the Arms Park will be a factor today, with the pitch in bad condition due to torrential rain in Cardiff. Both teams will struggle to move the ball and create space in the wet. 7 minutes gone and th scores remain level.

Zebre get off to a quick start, winning an early penalty at the breakdown. Halangahu slots it to give the Italian side a surprise lead.

Good afternoon and welcome to Ultimate Rugbys coverage of todays Rabo Direct Pro 12 game between Cardiff and Zebre. In what is the Blues final home game of the season, the Welsh side will be looking to give their fans something to cheer about after a disappointing season which sees them destined to finish close to the foot of the table. Zebre, propping up the League table in 12th place, will be looking to upset the party and claim their first win of the season.