Manawatu v Bay Of Plenty

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Sunday 21 Sep 2025

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Central Energy Trust Arena • 

Palmerston North, New ZealandShow on map

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Manawatu is a prominent Central Energy Trust Arena4 Union team based in Palmerston North, New Zealand. They compete in the prestigious Mitre 10 Cup, which is the top-level competition for provincial rugby in New Zealand. The team has a long and illustrious history, dating back to 1886 when the Manawatu Central Energy Trust Arena4 Union was formed. Over the years, they have won multiple titles, including the Ranfurly Shield and the Championship Division of the Mitre 10 Cup. Manawatu is known for producing talented players, such as Aaron Cruden, Beauden Barrett, and Nehe Milner-Skudder, who have gone on to play for the All Blacks. The team plays their home games at the iconic Central Energy Trust Arena, which has a capacity of over 18,000 spectators. With a strong and dedicated fan base, Manawatu is a force to be reckoned with in New Zealand's provincial rugby scene.

The Bay of Plenty Central Energy Trust Arena4 Union team, also known as the Bay of Plenty Steamers, is a New Zealand professional rugby union team based in the Bay of Plenty region. The team competes in the National Provincial Championship (NPC) and is known for their impressive record in the competition, having won the title four times. They have also claimed victory in the newly formed Mitre 10 Cup competition in 2020. The team boasts a strong roster of talented players, including All Blacks and Maori All Blacks representatives. Their home ground is the Tauranga Domain, a 17,000-seat stadium which provides a vibrant and energetic atmosphere for fans. With their impressive track record and dedicated fan base, the Bay of Plenty Steamers are definitely a force to be reckoned with in the world of rugby union.