Mitre 10 Cup Round 1 Highlights: Bay of Plenty v Taranaki
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A fantastic result for Bay of Plenty as they stun the Ranfurly Shield holders Taranaki 30-10. The home side looked in control throughout the game with their defence one of the most telling factors in the match. It was a special night for locks Kane Leaupepe and Aaron Carroll who both scored on their debuts. Both players had outstanding games as Bay of Plenty dominated up front. Bay of Plenty ended a 43-year winless drought against Taranaki in this match.