NPC

NPC Round 6 wrap up: Tasman make first ‘log o wood’ defence

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Tasman had a Sunday to remember in the NPC, Week 6 when defending the Ranfurly Shield for the first time to be the only unbeaten team, but still two points behind Wellington who have played an extra game. Wellington...

NPC Round 5 Wrap: Tasman make Ranfurly Shield history

2 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

Blenheim's Lansdowne Park will be the place to be in next weekend's NPC, as new Ranfurly Shield holders Tasman will defend the trophy against Wellington, the only other unbeaten side in the competition. Tasman...

Ranfurly Shield History and Stats

3 months ago by Ultimate Rugby

In 1902 Auckland became the first holders of the Shield because in that year it had the best record of any Provincial Union (the blue and whites were unbeaten that year). In 1904 the first challenge...