Southland remain the only unbeaten side in the ITM Cup after a fourth straight win yesterday.

Southland secured a hard fought 23-20 win over Hawke's Bay in Napier.

Winger Julian Savea underlined his status as one of the most exciting prospects in the ITM Cup.

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Jamie Joseph would have watched last night's Otago-Wellington clash with mixed feelings.

Southland managed to withstand an immense Ranfurly Shield rugby challenge from Counties Manukau in Invercargill tonight.

Bay of Plenty still haven't beaten Auckland since their famous Ranfurly Shield heist at Eden Park in 2004.