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1980 - 1989
1980
Waikato takes the Ranfurly Shield off Auckland, winning 7-3 thanks to Arthur Stone's memorable intercept try.
Waikato is promoted to the First Division.
Arthur Stone's famous intercept try - Waikato vs Auckland (1980)
Waikato captain Pat Bennett lifts the Ranfurly Shield after beating Auckland (1980)
1980 Ranfurly Shield-winning Waikato team
Mooloo Parades down Victoria Street in the early 1980s
1981
Springboks tour match with Waikato is cancelled due to the pitch being invaded by protesters.
Waikato vs Springboks, 1981 - the game that was never played
1985
Waikato is relegated to the Second Division.
1986
Waikato quickly bounces back into the First Division, beating North Harbour in their final match.
Waikato draws with Australia 21-all.
Another big crowd in at Rugby Park during the 1980s
1987
Rugby Park hosts Rugby World Cup match between Fiji and Argentina.
1988
Waikato beats Wales 28-19.
Jason Goldsmith scores for Waikato in their win over Wales (1988)
Waikato vs Auckland Ranfurly Shield match (1988)
1989
Waikato beats Canada 28-9.
Waikato beats Argentina 30-12.
1989 Waikato team