Wellington failed to build on their half time lead. In the end the experience of the reigning champions pays dividends as they win their 6th consecutive title. A very well drilled side kept the errors to a minimum and took their chances well when they were presented. Wellington will rue their mistakes and will continue to be haunted by their nightmare of losing in finals. Congratulations to Canterbury and thank you for joining us.

Marcel Cummings-Toone breaks up field but doesn't have the pace to make it. The ball is recycled and the captain picks and is driven across the line with the help of his pack behind him

A number of subs coming on has disrupted the rhythm of the game. Only 3 minutes left and with Canterbury two scores in front and on the attack they'll be feeling confident.

Ngatai sees some space in behind and looks to kick into space but the bounce is unkind and goes all the way dead. We come back for a Canterbury scrum in the Wellington half.

Wellington look to play from deep and break through Shields but loose the ball. We come back for a penalty advantage. Lima Sopoaga knocks a massive kick down the line and finds touch on the Canterbury 22. 8 minutes left.

Taylor restores their 9 point advantage as Bleyendaal gets over the ball to force the turnover on the deck!

Ball is lost forward but we come back for an advantage. With 15 minutes left Vito points to the post.

Crowd raise their voices as they urge Sopoaga and their side to cross the line!

Canterbury's persistence pays off. After a period of 8 minutes of constantly pounding on the door, Wellington's defence eventually breaks down as Bleyendaal is on hand for the quick pick and go to cross for the games 3rd try.

Once again to the TMO. This time it has to be! In fact the ref initially awarded the try but decided to check just in case.