North Otago outmuscled by Canterbury

 Brodie McAlister of Canterbury charges forward during the Ranfurly Shield Challenge match against North Otago at Rugby Park, Christchurch. Photo: Getty Images
Brodie McAlister of Canterbury charges forward during the Ranfurly Shield Challenge match against North Otago at Rugby Park, Christchurch. Photo: Getty Images
Canterbury has beaten North Otago 71-7 in a Ranfurly Shield match in Christchurch today.

North Otago tried hard but was outmuscled by the bigger and stronger home team.

Canterbury led 45-0 at halftime but lost its way in the second half as errors crept into its game.

North Otago’s try was scored by replacement loose forward Josh Hayward.