Hawke’s Bay Magpies suffered a second consecutive defeat after a disappointing display in Tauranga, falling to the Bay of Plenty Steamers.
The match, part of the National Provincial Championship, saw the Magpies unable to secure a win, marking a setback in their campaign.
With the loss, Hawke’s Bay faces a challenging position for the remainder of the season, while Bay of Plenty celebrated the victory and secured the NPC title.
The defeat was described as a “speed bump” for the Magpies, highlighting the team’s need to regroup and improve in upcoming fixtures.
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