Crusaders duo Seta Tamanivalu and Manasa Mataele’s tries were not enough for Taranaki as they lost 33-19 to Waikato in the Ranfurly Shield Challenge last night.
This loss means Taranaki’s hoodoo continues as they lost their third straight challenge match this season.
Meanwhile, Wellington beat North Harbour 35-23 in the Miter 10 Cup.
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