There could be some shadow boxing in Palmerston North tonight, though both teams still have plenty to play for. It could miss out if it fails to get over the line tonight and those tucked in behind, North Harbour and Bay of Plenty, have wins. But if Manawatu wins tonight it will mean Otago could take on the same team in a semifinal next weekend. That brings something of a conundrum for the teams tonight — they may not want to reveal all for fear of having nothing left to surprise should the sides meet again next week. Showers are forecast for Palmerston North tonight.

Source: Otago Daily Times October 13, 2016 16:52 UTC