Super Rugby Aupiki squad namings have been rolling out today with some surprises but some glaring omissions due to a sevens scheduling clash.

The Aupiki competition, which consists of the Blues, Chiefs Manawa, Hurricanes Poua and Christchurch-based Matatu - will be played over five weekends early next year.

Māni Dunlop spoke to RNZ rugby reporter Joe Porter just as we heard this morning's squad announcements.