Canterbury pip Counties Manukau in extra-time thriller
Top-seeded Canterbury beat Counties Manukau 23-15 in Christchurch, booking a home semifinal against Hawke’s Bay.
The match required extra-time, with Canterbury making almost 250 tackles in warm conditions.
It was a hell of an effort from everyone, says Canterbury captain Tom Christie.
The win came as a relief to Christie, especially after Counties Manukau won five straight matches to reach the playoffs.
Author's summary: Canterbury wins in extra time.
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