Wellington vs Auckland, at Auckland, Jan 22 2005 - Match Result

Wellington added 8 runs to their fourth-day 268 for 9 before being all out, leaving Otago chasing 199 for victory on the final day

Northern Districts hung on for a draw on the final day of their State Shield match against Canterbury at the Village Green in Christchurch

Only 29.4 overs were possible on the third day at Christchurch, as Northern Districts and Canterbury - both of whom need an outright win to reach the final - faced up to the prospect of a no-result that would hand Wellington an unexpected lifeline

Shane Bond showed his batting prowess, getting his maiden first-class century to help Canterbury to an imposing 461 against Northern Districts in Christchurch