Hawke's Bay's in control of their second Ranfurly Shield defence

Despite conceding the first try, the log o' wood holders lead Manawatu 28-12 after 65 minutes in Napier.

Earlier Canterbury was steamed by Bay of Plenty in Tauranga.

The Steamers running in six tries to one in a 44-8 thumping.

North Harbour hosts Auckland in the battle of the bridge from 7:05pm.

MITRE10 CUP WITH KENNARD'S HIRE. EQUIPMENT TO TACKLE WHATEVER, WHENEVER, WHEREVER.