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Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Both sides returned to 15 men as we approach the final ten minutes of this highly contested match.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Van Schalkwyk has been really increased his work rate since rejoining the field, trying to make up for lost time as he hunts the enemy making tackle after tackle.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Knock on gives Zebre possession, Scrum just inside the Zebre half on the left side.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Hour mark reached here and both sides showing no signs of backing down, the derby is fuelling the players and resulting in some very nice rugby being played. An expansive style of running rugby.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Simone Ragusi is the second player to see yellow in this half.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

The opening 15 minutes of the second half have been far closed as both sides tighten up defences, particularly discipline at the ruck area. Zebre working especially hard after losing a back row, soon to return, Treviso still looking dangerous revitalised by retaking the lead.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Both sides introducing fresh bodies to the field to see if they can make the difference between these teams, special mention to D'Arcy Rae who makes his Benetton Treviso debut! The young Scot has quite a task ahead of him.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Dries Van Schalkwyk sees yellow as Hayward takes the resulting penalty and gains his side the lead.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Zebre start off the half with a score but Treviso is fighting back now making good ground from their backs shifting the ball along nicely.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Haimona levels the sides after a well deserved penalty at the breakdown.