It is Chilly, Wet & Windy this evening as both sides make their way out onto the field. The Ranfurly Shield is held by Tana Umaga's side, Counties Manukau but it is not on the line this evening.

Welcome to the opening game of the 2014 ITM Cup. Counties Manukau are slight favorites to take this but you can never be too sure with the opening games.
Either way we are in for a cracker of a season and we hope you enjoy following the tournament here on UltimateRugby

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