Apisai throws a skew line out... scrum Manawatu..

Booth clears to touch..

Huickey kicks the game off and Manawatu secures the ball..

Simon Hickey plays his 50th game, Funaki and Tuipulotu plays their debut game.

Welcome to the live commentary of Auckland vs Manawatu at the Eden Park Stadium. Auckland looks for a victory this week, after suffering a 39-21 home loss to Wellington. Manawatu also suffered a 25-36 home loss against Otago.

I am Kyle Baxter and I will be your Ultimate Rugby Commentator.