Auckland vs. Southland (we might win this one)

Dice

Would've been nice if they released Akira.

It'll be interesting to see where Papali'i plays when he comes on.

Stargazer

Question answered. Tongia was cited and got a one-game suspension. Have posted it in the Mitre 10 Cup thread.

Stargazer

Hard to believe, but after 5 minutes played, Southland lead 7 to 0.

Stockcar86

Looks like a 20+ point wind Auckland are playing with

Tim

Retreating Southland player should've been penalised.

KiwiMurph

Hard to believe, but after 5 minutes played, Southland lead 7 to 0.

Surely you jest.

Stockcar86

Southland side does not look like they gave up 70 points in their previous game

Higgins

You must factor in the weak opposition they are playing.

Stargazer

@KiwiMurph No, not at all. Southland is the weakest team in the competition.

KiwiMurph

I like how before the game Nick White mentioned the importance of starting well and the first 10 minutes.

Stockcar86

Auckland lineout is embarrassing level terrible

KiwiMurph

@KiwiMurph No, not at all. Southland is the weakest team in the competition.

This Auckland team is absolute garbage and has conceded 100 points in the last 2 weeks. It's hardly surprising they conceded a try.

Tim

Worst lineout I've seen.

Stargazer

That was awesome! Great break from Gibson and Aso dots down in the corner.

KiwiMurph

@Stargazer Amazing what happens when you win a lineout.

There's that linking game people want from Gibson. Kaino with some nice touches.

Tim

Good bit of pace from Gibson.

Stargazer

Wow, great answer from Howley. 14-12 Southland

Tim

Good work from Tuipulotu to get into position in support, but his hands let him down again.

KiwiMurph

If that doesn't sum up Auckland's season....

Higgins

How many points is this wind worth?

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