Southland vs Northland — result

The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Northland at 1.12 — an implied 82% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Northland: opened 1.20, closed 1.12 (82%)
• Southland: opened 4.80, closed 6.20 (15%)
• Draw: opened 23.00, closed 35.00 (3%)

Half-time: Southland 14 - 14 Northland.

Northland — recent form

• 2026-09-06North Harbour 57-42 Northland
• 2026-08-30Northland 20-10 Tasman

Southland — recent form

• 2026-09-26Canterbury 34-21 Southland
• 2026-09-20Taranaki 55-19 Southland
• 2026-09-13Southland 43-12 Bay of Plenty
• 2026-08-09Manawatu 36-35 Southland