Mitre 10 Cup Round 1 Highlights: Manawatu v Hawke’s Bay
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Hawkes Bay broke down Manawatu in horrible condition to earn a bonus-point win. Manawatu started brilliantly to take an early lead, but after that it was all Hawke Bay. Slowly staying in the game and edging themselves in front. Manawatu could not handle their strong set-pieces. Hawkes Bay host Wellington in round 2 while Manawatu will look to get back on track when they host Taranaki.