Canterbury pip Counties Manukau in extra-time thriller to book home semifinal

Canterbury Beats Counties Manukau in Thrilling Extra-Time Match

Top-seeded Canterbury secured a home semifinal against Hawke’s Bay after defeating Counties Manukau 23-15 in extra-time in Christchurch.

The match, played at Apollo Projects Stadium, saw Canterbury make nearly 250 tackles in warm conditions.

Canterbury captain Tom Christie said, "to be fair it was a hell of an effort from everyone."

Christie expressed relief, not only because his team won, but also because they overcame the No 8 seeds, who had won five straight matches to reach the playoffs.

Author's summary: Canterbury wins a thrilling extra-time match.

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Fijivillage Fijivillage — 2025-10-12

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