Canterbury vs Auckland, at Christchurch, Dec 12 2005 - Match Result

Powered by a six-wicket haul by Lance Hamilton, Central Districts ended the domestic season in style claiming the State Championship title, defeating the home side Wellington by 113 runs at the Basin Reserve

A flurry of wickets on the penultimate day of the State Championship final paved the way for an interesting climax with both sides seeking outright victories

A century stand between Matthew Bell and Jesse Ryder helped Wellingon push forward against Central Districts

It was just about honours even at the end of a low-scoring second day of the State Championship final between Wellington and Central Districts at the Basin Reserve