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Bay of Plenty coach Richard Watt expects a pair of returning props to make an impact in this afternoon's NPC quarter-final against Tasman in Tauranga

Bay of Plenty coach Richard Watt expects a pair of returning props to make an impact in this afternoon's NPC quarter-final against Tasman in Tauranga

11 October 2025

Pasilio Tosi and Tevita Mafileo have been released by the All Blacks to play, with the latter coming off the bench.

Watt says it's a much-needed boost for their front row.

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