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    Former All Black Leicester Fainga'anuku's led Tasman to a 49-17 NPC trouncing of Manawatu in his return to Trafalgar Park in Nelson

    Former All Black Leicester Fainga'anuku's led Tasman to a 49-17 NPC trouncing of Manawatu in his return to Trafalgar Park in Nelson


    The winger - who shifted to centre - scored two tries, the second a stunning run from 40 metres out.

    Fainga'anuku's described the feeling of being back in home colours after a stint in France, on Sky Sport.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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