National pride will be on the line in Upper Hutt this weekend in a sport that not many people will have heard of.
The inaugural trans-tasman medieval combat cup is being fought for on Saturday.
The inaugural transtasman medieval combat cup is being fought for on Saturday. Photo: supplied
Fighters wield blunt steel weapons and wear heavy armour characteristic of medieval knights and soldiers.
Those brave enough to take part aim to knock down their opponent, using blows and various mixed-martial arts takedown techniques.
Jess Te Wiata is the captain of the New Zealand women's team and talks to Karyn about her chosen sport.
