In a National Provincial Championship round of surprises, North Harbour added another on Sunday.

The Manawatū Cyclones cap a memorable season by conquering Otago in FPC Championship final.

The Farah Palmer Cup's Championship final is set, while two of four Premiership semifinalists are locked in.

It was 386 days between success for Manawatū, but they can now claim a victory in the 2024 NPC.

Points flowed like the rain and records fell in the National Provincial Championship on Saturday.

Tasman claim the Ranfurly Shield for the first time after defeating Hawke's Bay in a nailbiter in Napier.

Counties Manukau Heat scamper eight points clear at the top of the FPC Premiership after four rounds.

Hawke's Bay defeat tenacious Southland 31-17 to retain the Ranfurly Shield at McLean Park.

North Harbur let big lead slip away in 41-32 loss to Hawke's Bay to start their 2024 NPC campaign.

The 2024 NPC starts this weekend, with seven games played the country and Taranaki the defending champions.