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Bulldogs bite back! Bulldogs bounce back with upset victory over Panthers

Saturday 17 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports

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Bulldogs bite back! Bulldogs bounce back with upset victory over Panthers
Titikaveka Bulldogs scored a try against Tupapa Panthers in their 38-30 win at Aretere Park yesterday. Photo: LOSIRENE LACANIVALU/24021634

Titikaveka Bulldogs made a strong comeback in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition yesterday, beating giants Tupapa Panthers 38-30 at Aretere Park in Avatiu.

In the opening week of the competition, the Bulldogs went down to Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles 16-44. The Panthers had defeated defending champions Arorangi Bears 34-8. According to Cook Islands Rugby League, the Bulldogs’ win over the Panthers was a major upset and they congratulated the Titikaveka side for a fantastic comeback victory.