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    Auckland skipper Anton Segner is getting up to speed with the province's long-standing NPC rivalry against Canterbury, ahead of their clash in Christchurch tonight

    Auckland skipper Anton Segner is getting up to speed with the province's long-standing NPC rivalry against Canterbury, ahead of their clash in Christchurch tonight


    Since their first meeting in 1906, Auckland have beaten the red-and-blacks 32 times, while tasting 41 defeats and a draw.

    Segner, who was born in Germany, shares what he's learned from his history lesson.



    Kickoff is at 7:10pm, with live commentary on Gold Sport and iHeartRadio.

    NPC COVERAGE WITH ENZED SAFETY BLACKWOODS. TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS

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