Photo GettyRampant second halfOtago scored 35 points in a blistering second half, but the flurry was not completely out of the blue, despite their taking 38 minutes to get on the board. In the first half, Otago created opportunities, but dropped balls, ill-discipline and poor kicking options prevented them capitalising on any of their chances. However, Otago became more accurate in the second half, applying pressure with ball in hand and running in a further four tries. New laws having their impactThe new breakdown laws certainly had their impact, as both teams found themselves infringing for things that previously had been legal. Otago adapted to this better in the second half and it will have to be something they are careful of throughout the season.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 22, 2016 21:33 UTC