Reon Graham: Counties Manukau head coach recaps the team's weekend victory over Hawke's Bay
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The Ranfurly Shield is staying in Pukekohe for the summer. Counties-Manukau have beaten Hawke's Bay 12-7 in a thrilling first defence in the final round of the NPC. The Steelers scored two first half tries, but were held scoreless after the break as the Magpies closed the gap - but Counties held on to keep the Log O' Wood until 2027. Head coach Reon Graham joined Piney to recap the action. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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