A massive scrum by the Vikings allows them to win a penalty and finally relieve the pressure after a massive onslaught.

The Rays have dominated the opening 10min but have not been able to convert the pressure into points.

The Rays have put the Vikings under tremendous pressure in the opening exchanges, camping in their 22m area.

Christian Leali'ifano gets the match underway for the Vikings.

Hello and welcome to Ultimate Rugby's coverage of this NRC clash between the North Harbour Rays and the UC Vikings. Both sides have been plagued with injury and have been forced to make a number of changes from last week. A notably change in the North Harbour side is the inclusion of former Australia Under 20 representative Reece Hodge at inside centre. The Rays have also lost a number of other players including both wingers through injury and taking up opportunities abroad. The Vikings have made four changes to the side that comfortably dealt with an in-form Sydney Stars side last week, getting on the offensive early and posting a 76-16 score line. Ultimate Rugby will keep you up to date with the score throughout the match.