Bay Of Plenty v Southland

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Thursday 21 Aug 2025

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19:05 Local Time

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Rotorua International Stadium • 

Rotorua, New ZealandShow on map

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The Bay of Plenty Rugby 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.

Southland Rugby Union is a professional New Zealand rugby team based in Invercargill. They compete in the top-tier domestic competition, the Mitre 10 Cup, and have a rich history of success in the sport. The Southland team has won the Ranfurly Shield, New Zealand's most prestigious provincial trophy, on four occasions. They are also the proud recipients of the Harry Ricketts Rugby Park Stadium4 Trophy, which is awarded to the team with the best overall performance in the National Provincial Championship. The team has produced several notable players, including All Blacks legend Tony Woodcock, and boasts a strong and talented squad. Southland's home ground is Rugby Park Stadium, a state-of-the-art facility with a capacity of over 18,000 spectators. With their impressive track record and dedicated fan base, the Southland Rugby Union team continues to be a dominant force in New Zealand rugby.