Summary
- Tasman Mako secured their first ever Ranfurly Shield win with a 25-24 victory over Hawke’s Bay.
- Magpies struggled in the first half due to ill-discipline, allowing Mako to take the lead.
- Despite a second-half rally by Hawke’s Bay, Tasman maintained their lead with solid defense and key penalties.
- The match ended with a heartbreaking penalty kick securing the win for Tasman.