Based on the seeding format used in the ITM Cup, which has been implemented after the 2006 competition, in case of a draw between two or teams, the side with the biggest points deferential margin will get rights to be ranked above.
The Mitre 10 Cup was formed in 2006 after the replacement of the National Provincial Championship with the Air New Zealand Cup for the 2006 season. The New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU) introduced the beginning of a professional era, announcing New Zealand's first ever professional rugby competition following the 2005 season. Winners receive four competition points; if the game was a draw two points are awarded to each team. Air New Zealand Cup (200609)
ITM Cup (201015) 
