Monday's Round 1 ANZ Premiership match between Robinhood Stars and Te Wānanga o Raukawa Pulse at Pulman Arena has been postponed after the Pulse requested a match postponement under the league's Covid-19 Match Postponement Policy.
After breaking new ground last year, the MG Mystics find themselves in unfamiliar territory as they set about reinforcing their credentials and securing back-to-back titles.
Despite the absence of a familiar face, the retention of a well-performed core has left the Trident Homes Tactix with enough experienced clout to be serious title challengers in 2022.
With a winning mentality ingrained in their culture, the Ascot Park Hotel Southern Steel have a habit of rising to the occasion and that all-too familiar mindset remains front and centre for 2022.
With the return of successful coach Yvette McCausland-Durie and injection of bold new signings, Te Wānanga o Raukawa Pulse are hoping to revive their form of old in 2022.
Consistency of selection has aligned with the return of two familiar faces and a robust review to give the Robinhood Stars a promising launching pad for the 2022 season.
After two seasons of finishing in the wooden spoon spot, an influx of top talent with experience to burn has Splice Construction Magic well placed to make a serious climb up the table in 2022.
When the first whistle blows in 25 days to start the 2022 ANZ Premiership, it will also mark the 25th season of elite level netball leagues in New Zealand (1988 – 2022).