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Canterbury go back-to-back after 30-point comeback
Canterbury defended their Hilux NPC crown, winning back-to-back titles, adding another chapter to their rich provincial rugby history, and a 16th trophy in the cabinet. The red and blacks are now just one behind arch-rivals Auckland’s 17.
Northland chase maiden title as underdogs against Canterbury
The Taniwha are in the midst of their best ever season in the Hilux NPC, but face a stern test from 15-time winners, Canterbury at their brand-new stadium.
Taniwha just 80 minutes from maiden Hilux NPC title
In an historic Hilux NPC season, Northland continue to break records, and have now reached the side’s first-ever final, and will play Canterbury on Labour Day.
Underdogs look to stage another huge upset
A three-game winning streak going into the playoffs for Taranaki is only bested by Canterbury’s four, and the two meet on Sunday to determine who reaches the grand final.
Final four set, Northland secure maiden semi-final
Eight becomes four as we edge closer to the Hilux NPC grand final, and the Taniwha have scored their first ever home semi-final, and will face Otago.
Taniwha host first ever Hilux NPC playoff match
Form goes out the window as quarter finals approach for the Hilux NPC, and just 240 minutes separate the hopefuls from the champions.
Table shifts, quarter finals decided
The Hilux NPC regular season has finished with remarkable swings in fortune for Canterbury and Bay of Plenty, but with differing tales to tell at the end of 80 minutes.
Hilux NPC: 10 teams still contending for Cup
Fourteen All Blacks return to their provincial unions for the final round of Hilux NPC action this weekend, where 10 teams remain in contention to win the Cup.
Last chance saloon ahead of quarter-finals
Taranaki turned heads in Napier, Tasman found form, and Manawatū knocked Auckland out of contention in Hilux NPC round nine action.
Hilux NPC round 9: Fight for finals berths intensifies
While there are just two points separating first-placed Northland from fifth-placed Canterbury, it is the eighth and final playoffs berth under scrutiny this weekend.
Tight at the top for Hilux NPC
Just two points separate first-placed Northland from fifth-placed Canterbury after round eight action in the Hilux NPC.
Hilux NPC round 8: Battle of the Bay lies ahead
It’s a tale of two fortunes at the Battle of the Bay this weekend. Hawke’s Bay is flying high at the top of the pile, while Bay of Plenty is pushing for a top eight berth.
Harbour end Magpies’ hot streak in Hilux NPC
North Harbour has closed the gap to top of the table Hawke's Bay after an impressive 24-31 victory in Napier.
Hilux NPC round 7: Magpies host Harbour in top of table clash
It’s one against two in Hilux NPC round seven action, as the undefeated Hawke’s Bay Magpies host North Harbour on Sunday.
Perfect Magpies continue unbeaten run
Hawke’s Bay have maintained an astounding perfect record from their six Hilux NPC matches, with a 35-24 victory over high-flying Otago.
Hilux NPC round 6: Top four face off
Undefeated Hawke’s Bay will see their strongest challenge yet in the form of Otago on Friday night. Meanwhile, North Harbour Stadium welcomes neighbouring Shield holders Northland in top of the table clashes.
Invincible Magpies roll on, Taniwha defend Shield in Hilux NPC round 5
Northland put in a gritty performance to defend the Ranfurly Shield for the first time since 1979, and Hawke’s Bay remain perfect after round five in the Hilux NPC.
Hilux NPC round 5: Stage set for epic Shield challenge
Semenoff Stadium is the stage for the Northland Taniwha as they look to defend the Ranfurly Shield for the first time since 1979.
Taniwha snare history in Hilux NPC round four action
Northland’s history-making victory in Canterbury saw the Ranfurly Shield make the farthest trip north it has been in 48 years.
Front Row Round – the mind-bending stats
Hilux NPC round three was Front Row Round – an homage to the under-appreciated engine rooms of every team. Here’s what numbers 1, 2 and 3 achieved in that round.

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