Mitre 10 Cup HIGHLIGHTS: Waikato v Wellington
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Waikato shock Wellington as they outplayed and didn't allow the Lions anything in the opening half. Their attacking play and defence was outstanding. The 2nd half saw Wellington concede more but mounted a great comeback to nearly earn 2 losing bonus points. Sevu Reece bagged a hat trick off some great Fletcher Smith play who had great ball provided by the forwards. Jackson Garden-Bachop was a stand out off the bench for the Lions