Southland look like a different team to that which played the first 40. Great intensity and game play forming multiple phases together.

Numerous phases put together by Southland and they manage to get rewards in return. Bekhuis picks from back of ruck to barge through 2 tacklers and touch down just to the right of the posts. Substitute Eade converts and southland push clear

Southland begin the second half superbly and a break off the right wing allows them run in for a try, however the touch judge saw a slight foot in touch and we are brought back to Waikato's 22 for a lineout

Half time hooter sounds and Southland kick to touch to finish the half. The first 30 of this half had been dominated by Waikato however Southland managed to capitalise on their opportunities and see themselves end the half 1 point in front.

A late tackle by Waikato gives Southland a chance to get into the lead for the first time through the boot of McKenzie

Territory 35 mins.
Waikato 62%
Southland 38%

Kicked ahead by southland and collected by Waikato's Kylem O'Donnell however he is isolated and Southland pick and go left. Vaenga with a sneaky step manages to breach the defence and add 5 points. conversion slotted and gap narrowed to just 2 points.

Southland on the attack again and the ball makes it through 6 sets of hands before being knocked on by David Hall who finds himself out on the wing. Scrum Waikato

Southland backs gaining some confidence and running the ball out wide. However Waikato manage to push to touch and lineout set up on the half way line.

Southland make their first trip inside Waikato's 22 and the kick ahead is collected however the pass is forward and Southland get their first attacking scrum of the game inside the 22