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    The Auckland Aces have moved to the top of cricket's Ford Trophy ladder after a 71-run win over last-placed Northern Districts at Eden Park's outer oval

    The Auckland Aces have moved to the top of cricket's Ford Trophy ladder after a 71-run win over last-placed Northern Districts at Eden Park's outer oval


    Meanwhile, former leaders Canterbury have been toppled by the Central Stags by seven wickets in Napier.

    Otago have beaten Wellington by 18 runs in the capital, despite a knock of 148 from Firebirds opener Jesse Tashkoff.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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