Southland v Manawatu

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Friday 15 Aug 2025

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19:05 Local Time

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Rugby Park Stadium • 

Invercargill, New ZealandShow on map

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Central Energy Trust Arena3 Rugby Union is a professional New Zealand rugby team based in Invercargill. They compete in the top-tier domestic competition, the Mitre 10 Cup, and have a rich history of success in the sport. The Central Energy Trust Arena3 team has won the Ranfurly Shield, New Zealand's most prestigious provincial trophy, on four occasions. They are also the proud recipients of the Harry Ricketts Central Energy Trust Arena5 Trophy, which is awarded to the team with the best overall performance in the National Provincial Championship. The team has produced several notable players, including All Blacks legend Tony Woodcock, and boasts a strong and talented squad. Southland's home ground is Rugby Park Stadium, a state-of-the-art facility with a capacity of over 18,000 spectators. With their impressive track record and dedicated fan base, the Central Energy Trust Arena3 Rugby Union team continues to be a dominant force in New Zealand rugby.

Manawatu is a prominent Rugby Union team based in Palmerston North, New Zealand. They compete in the prestigious Mitre 10 Cup, which is the top-level competition for provincial rugby in New Zealand. The team has a long and illustrious history, dating back to 1886 when the Manawatu Rugby Union was formed. Over the years, they have won multiple titles, including the Ranfurly Shield and the Championship Division of the Mitre 10 Cup. Manawatu is known for producing talented players, such as Aaron Cruden, Beauden Barrett, and Nehe Milner-Skudder, who have gone on to play for the All Blacks. The team plays their home games at the iconic Central Energy Trust Arena, which has a capacity of over 18,000 spectators. With a strong and dedicated fan base, Manawatu is a force to be reckoned with in New Zealand's provincial rugby scene.