Penalty to CM as TTT deemed to be offside

Ball lost forward in contact. Scrum to CM

Naki with the ball at halfway

Boshier makes a huge tackle for the home side and Naki win a lineout at halfway

CM kick for touch and win the lineout

Early penalty to Counties Manukau as Naki pinged for being offside from the kick off

Angus Maybe has the whistle tonight

The teams are out and we are nearly underway!

Hello and welcome to Ultimate Rugby's coverage of this Mitre 10 Cup clash between Taranaki and Counties Manukau at Yarrow Stadium. The home side will look to get back to winning ways against the Steelers following a defeat to Wellington in Round 2. Counties Manukau arrive into the fixture after defeat as well, both sides will be looking to secure victory to get their season off on the right note. Join us in 10 for live updates!