Northland crush Otago to move into NPC final for the first time

Northland have earned a place in the NPC final for the first time.

NZ Herald

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Northland beat Otago 38-19 in Whangārei to advance to their first NPC final.
Prop Marcel Renata led Northland early with two first-half tries.
Northland held a 17-14 lead at halftime before outscoring Otago 21-5 in the second half.

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Northland defeated Otago 38-19 in Whangārei to secure a place in the National Provincial Championship (NPC) final. Prop Marcel Renata opened the scoring early and completed a first-half double, helping Northland establish a 17-14 lead at halftime despite an Otago comeback.

Northland dominated the second half by outscoring Otago 21-5 to seal the victory. The result marks the first time Northland have qualified for the NPC final, where they will face the winner of the semifinal between Canterbury and Taranaki.

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Northland crush Otago to move into NPC final for the first time

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