Griquas vs Free State Cheetahs Prediction & Odds

The Tasman Makos, coming off a W, L, L, L, L run, host North Harbour Rugby, who recently snapped a losing streak with a W after four straight losses. Their last encounter saw Tasman dominate, winning 43–19 in 2025, following a close 20–15 victory for the Makos in 2023, though North Harbour claimed a 35–27 win in 2022.

Tasman will miss All Blacks Ethan Blackadder and Timoci Tavatavanawai, but look to new loose forward Rory Scott and captain Johnny Lee, now at number eight, to lead the charge. For North Harbour, veteran halfback Bryn Hall is set to achieve his 100th cap, while exciting outside back Israel Leota brings damaging pace to the attacking lineup.

A significant storyline for Tasman is how new head coach Jono Phillips navigates the absence of several key players, including Finlay Christie and Shannon Frizell due to injury or All Blacks duty. North Harbour's largely new squad, featuring 20 new caps under captain Jed Melvin, aims to build on their recent win and challenge Tasman's home advantage at Trafalgar Park.