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

Canterbury Secures Home Semifinal in Thrilling Match

Top-seeded Canterbury defeated Counties Manukau 23-15 in extra time in Christchurch, booking a home semifinal against Hawke’s Bay.

The match was a physically demanding one, with Canterbury making almost 250 tackles in warm conditions. As

Canterbury captain Tom Christie
noted,
it was a hell of an effort from everyone
.

Christie expressed relief at the victory, considering Counties Manukau had won five straight matches to reach the playoffs.

Author's summary: Canterbury wins in extra time.

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Fijivillage Fijivillage — 2025-10-12

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