Hawke's Bay Wins Chaotic NPC Quarterfinal
Hawke's Bay thwarted Taranaki in a chaotic NPC quarterfinal, winning 26-12 at McLean Park in Napier.
The Magpies advanced to the semifinals, with a chance to win the province's first major NPC title. Taranaki's season ended despite having multiple chances, including three disallowed tries.
- Taranaki had three tries disallowed.
- Two yellow cards were given to Hawke's Bay players, Folau Fakatava and Isaia Walker-Leawere.
- Taranaki's only points came from Josh Jacomb's four penalty goals.
It wasn’t their night, epitomised by winger Adam Lennox’s try being ruled out in the final minutes.
Hawke's Bay will move on to the semifinals, believing they can win the title.
Author's summary: Hawke's Bay wins quarterfinal 26-12.