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Wellington NPC champs after dramatic extra-time victory over Bay of Plenty

The Wellington Lions clinched the NPC 2024 title in an intense, nail-biting final that stretched into extra time, with Callum Harkin’s decisive penalty sealing a 23-20 victory over Bay of Plenty.

The match showcased Julian Savea’s return to form with two tries, delighting fans with vintage performances that saw him bulldoze through defenders.

Bay of Plenty, aiming for their first title since 1976, matched Wellington’s grit, with both sides trading scores in a game that kept fans on the edge until the very end.

Despite a relentless 27-phase push in the first extra period, the Steamers couldn’t overcome the Lions, who ultimately celebrated another title for Wellington in spectacular fashion.

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