Latest updates and news from the Manawatu Turbos
All Black Jackson Hemopo will start at lock for the Turbos' third match of the Mitre 10 Cup season against Tasman in Blenhiem on Saturday.
The match will also see the debut of openside...
The Manawatu Turbos have made three changes to their starting side to take on Taranaki at Central Energy Trust Arena on Saturday.
Nick Grogan returns to the starting side hooker, along...
Meet the team
An accurate operator from the base of the ruck, it was not surprising to see Culver called into the Turbos in 2019. His kicking and passing make a reliable option for the side to turn to.
The strong ball carrying loosse froward arrived from Counties Manukau in 2019 to add some depth to the loose forward trio. He has the added benefit of being able to cover lock.
The damaging ball-carrier returns home for the 2018 season. After coming through the grades in Manawatu, Thompson set off for Canterbury 2013. His consistent performances for the red and blacks saw him signed to the Crusaders in 2014. In 2016 he signed with the Highlanders where he has established himself as a mainstay of the southerners' backline. Thompson is brother of former Turbos first five-eighth Isaac Thompson.
One of the in-form players of the 2014 ITM Cup campaign, Nehe Milner-Skudder is a special rugby player. His ability to create something out of nothing is second to none and his versatility makes him an integral asset to any team he plays for. From just one season in Super Rugby for the Hurricanes, Milner-Skudder was picked in the All Blacks squad that won the 2015 Rugby World Cup in England. His electric pace and incredible step allows him to beat players and finish tries.
