Journalist·NZ Herald·26 Sep, 2026 04:18 AM4 mins to readCounties Manukau celebrate their Ranfurly Shield triumph. Photo / PhotosportFor the second time in their history, Counties Manukau have won the Ranfurly Shield after claiming a come-from-behind 22-19 win over holders Northland in Whangārei. Victory for Northland would have ensured the Log o’ Wood was locked away for the summer, but Counties have won it , when Tana Umaga was coach and their now captain Jimmy Tupou was in his second season with the province.
Counties Manukau shock Northland to win Ranfurly Shield for second time
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