NPC Quarterfinal: Hawke's Bay Defeats Taranaki
Hawke's Bay thwarted Taranaki in a chaotic NPC quarterfinal, winning 26-12 at McLean Park in Napier.
The Magpies advanced to the semifinals, keeping their hopes alive for the province's first major NPC title.
- Taranaki had three tries disallowed and scored none, ending their season.
- Josh Jacomb's four penalty goals were the only points scored by the visitors.
It wasn’t their night, epitomised by winger Adam Lennox’s try being ruled out in the final minutes.
Taranaki's chances were hindered by yellow cards given to Folau Fakatava and Isaia Walker-Leawere for high tackles on Jacomb.
Author's summary: Hawke's Bay wins chaotic NPC quarterfinal.
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