Armed with all-NZ attack, Canterbury look to shed bridesmaids tag

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Post date February 4, 2025

Matt Boyle (Canterbury), the breakout star of the 2024-25 Super Smash, will go up against his older brother Jack Boyle (Central Districts) in the final on Sunday
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