Hawke's Bay v North Harbour

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Saturday 16 Aug 2025

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19:05 Local Time

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McLean Park • 

Napier, New ZealandShow on map

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Hawke's Bay is a formidable force in the world of Rugby Union, with a history dating back to 1884. Based in Napier, New Zealand, the team competes in the prestigious Mitre 10 Cup, one of the country's top domestic competitions. With a record seven titles to their name, including back-to-back championships in 2010 and 2011, Hawke's Bay is a force to be reckoned with on the field. The team boasts a talented roster of players, including All Blacks Sean Scanlon and Ben May, as well as a strong coaching staff led by head coach Mark Ozich. The team's home stadium is the iconic McLean Park, known for its vibrant atmosphere and capacity of over 22,000 screaming fans. Hawke's Bay also has a successful women's team, who participate in the Farah Palmer Cup, further solidifying their dominance in the rugby world.

North Harbour is a professional Rugby Union team based in Auckland, New Zealand. Established in 1985, the team competes in the Mitre 10 Cup, the highest level of domestic competition in New Zealand. The team has had a successful track record, reaching the semi-finals of the Mitre 10 Cup in 1994, 1995, and 1996. In 1997, North Harbour won the Ranfurly Shield, a prestigious trophy in New Zealand rugby. The team's home ground is QBE Stadium, which has a capacity of 25,000 and is located in Albany, Auckland. Some notable players who have represented North Harbour include All Blacks Kieran Read, Jerome Kaino, and Luke McAlister. With a strong history and talented players, North Harbour is a force to be reckoned with in the world of Rugby Union.