Kicking off at 7.35pm last night the Hurricanes vs Brumbies rugby match brought more than just sporting excitement to the region of Hawke's Bay.
The Bay's tourism sector is set to reap the benefits of an influx of rugby fans who travelled to the region for the Super Rugby game.
Hawke's Bay Tourism general manager Annie Dundas said the game would be great for tourism and expected visitors from as far as Wellington would travel to the region.
"It's always good to have events like this here. It's a big game obviously and we're delighted to have it in Napier."
Napier Garden Motel, located one street back from Marine Parade, had no vacancy last night due to the game.