The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Waikato at 1.84 — an implied 50% chance. Canterbury upset it.

• Waikato: opened 2.08, closed 1.84 (50%)
• Canterbury: opened 1.76, closed 2.02 (46%)
• Draw: opened 35.00, closed 24.00 (4%)

Half-time: Waikato 7 - 12 Canterbury.

Waikato — recent form

• 2026-08-29Otago 43-38 Waikato