Canterbury survive spirted comeback to make NPC final

Canterbury wingers Isaac Hutchinson (left) and Kurtis Macdonald celebrate during the semifinal against Taranaki in Christchurch on Sunday. Photo: NZ Rugby/ Alphapix)

Adrian SeconiSports reporter

Sunday, October 18, 2026

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