#hakinakina Close but not close enough: MABS

Tonight in Whangārei at Semenoff Stadium, the Māori All Blacks led early with a try in under 60 seconds but narrowly lost to Scotland 29–26. Tana scoring from Sam Nock, with spirited haka leadership, highlighted the cultural pride and performance under pressure. The team rallied late, surviving multiple Scottish yellow cards and pushing the contest to the final minutes.

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