Season Draw

The Manawatu Turbos have confirmed back-to-back home matches to open their 2019 Mitre 10 Cup campaign. New Zealand rugby released the provincial competition’s draw on Tuesday with the Turbos also slated for another shot at the Ranfurly Shield in week four.

This year’s Mitre 10 Cup has been extended by a week and Wednesday night rugby/ double header weeks removed. The Turbos’ season kicks off with a home match against Hawke’s Bay at 4.35pm on Sunday August 11.