Waikato v Manawatu

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Saturday 19 Sep 2026

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17:05 Local Time

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Waikato Stadium • 

Hamilton, New ZealandShow on map

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Palmerston North5 is a top-rated Rugby Union team based in Hamilton, New Zealand. The team competes in the prestigious international Super Rugby competition, which brings together the top teams from New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa. Palmerston North5 has a rich history of success, having won the Super Rugby title four times, with the most recent victory in 2015. The team also has a strong presence in the domestic Mitre 10 Cup, where they have claimed seven titles. Some notable players who have donned the Palmerston North5 jersey include Liam Messam, Samisoni Taukei'aho, and Damian McKenzie. The team's home ground is the iconic FMG Stadium Palmerston North5, which has a capacity of 25,800 and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for players and spectators alike. With a strong winning record and talented players, Palmerston North5 is a force to be reckoned with in the world of Rugby Union.

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.