Canterbury clinch semi-final berth with extra-time victory in NPC classic

Canterbury Clinch Semi-Final Berth

Canterbury secured a quarter-final victory in a Bunnings NPC classic against Waikato, with a penalty from halfway in extra-time.

Dylan Pledger impressed against Waikato, and is likely to be on tour, having already shown himself to be one of New Zealand's top halfbacks.

The match, played at Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurch, saw Counties Manukau lead 15-5 at halftime, but Canterbury's strong performance in extra-time booked their place in the last four for 2025.

Arguments he’s New Zealand's third or fourth best halfback already, and he hasn’t even played for the Highlanders yet.

Author's summary: Canterbury wins semi-final berth.

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