Wellington's All Black Jeremy Thrush cuts a dejected figure after the Lions' third straight loss Photo: PHOTOSPORT
Wellington's dismal provincial rugby campaign continues, the Lions losing 27-21 at home to second-division neighbours Manawatu, the Turbos keeping their neighbours winless and dead last.
Both teams scored two second-half tries but it was Manawatu, who are in the second-tier Championship, who upset their Premiership rivals thanks to first five Otere Black, who kicked five penalties and a conversion, to Jason Woodward's three penalties and a conversion for Wellington.
It's Manawatu's second victory from three games, and the win in the derby in the capital also earns the Turbos bragging rights over their Super Rugby partners.
