Two former All Blacks join Moana Pasifika's 2026 squad
Coming off their most successful Super Rugby Pacific season to date, Moana Pasifika have named their squad for the 2026 season, an…
Ned Lester
05 Nov 2025, 17:48
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Rampant Tonga down Samoa in Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2025
Game two of the 2025 Pacific Nations Cup saw Tonga host Samoa, and it was a match that delivered all the high-tempo, heavy collisi…
Ned Lester
23 Aug 2025, 0:03
Teams named for round one of Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2025
The teams are in ahead of the opening round of the 2025 Pacific Nations Cup, and all four countries have assembled top talent for …
Ned Lester
21 Aug 2025, 22:16
Sons of 2 former World Cup greats set for Samoa debut
Tusi Pisi has named his first matchday squad as head coach of Manu Samoa, with six uncapped players included in the 23.
Jon Newcombe
16 Jul 2025, 4:15
Former England cap Jacob Umaga receives Test call-up
Former England international Jacob Umaga has been named in the Manu Samoa squad for the Test against Scotland in July,and the Paci…
Jon Newcombe
10 Jun 2025, 0:52
Lotu Inisi back for Moana Pasifika's must-win Canes clash
Star of Moana Pasifika's 2024 campaign, Lotu Inisi, can make his season debut this weekend as Moana Pasifika fight for the chance …
Ned Lester
27 May 2025, 23:26
Savea vs Sititi: Moana name strong side for shot at history in Hamilton
Winger Solomon Alaimalo will return to Hamilton’s FMG Stadium Waikato this weekend, named to start against the Chiefs.
Finn Morton
21 May 2025, 19:13
Umaga backs Patrick Pellegrini at 10 for Moana Pasifika’s high-stakes clash
Moana Pasifika coach Tana Umaga has made two changes to the starting side that got the better of the Highlanders two weeks ago.
Finn Morton
14 May 2025, 18:27
'Epitomises what it means to us': Moana Pasifika coach on game-winner
"They're a big part of that, so I think at this stage, it seems to be going okay. It was a good achievement tonight, the most game…
Henry Lee
04 May 2025, 22:48
Ardie Savea's herculean effort powers Moana Pasifika past the Highlanders
Just as you thought the game was likely over, Moana Pasifika's replacement halfback Melani Matavao proved to be the hero, charging…
Henry Lee
04 May 2025, 0:50
Ardie Savea returns, Kyren Taumoefolau ruled out for Moana Pasifika
Captain Ardie Savea has been named to return for Moana Pasifika's round seven clash with the Crusaders, having overcome a hamstrin…
Ned Lester
26 Mar 2025, 16:44
All Black Ardie Savea ruled out of Moana Pasifika’s clash with Chiefs
All Blacks backrower Ardie Savea will miss Moana Pasifika’s round six Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Chiefs in Pukekohe.
Finn Morton
19 Mar 2025, 19:41
Two potential debutants named for Ardie Savea's Moana Pasifika home debut
Moana Pasifika host the Highlanders in their first home game of the 2025 season this weekend and look set to welcome two new faces…
Ned Lester
25 Feb 2025, 22:16
Moana Pasifika name team eager to bounce back against Reds
Fresh off a devastating round one last-minute loss to the Western Force, Moana Pasifika have backed the same team to get a better …
Ned Lester
18 Feb 2025, 22:11
Highlanders leave it late against Moana Pasifika in Super Rugby pre-season
A small but good crowd showed up on a sunny Friday afternoon and was treated to some running rugby from the two teams, trying to i…
Henry Lee
31 Jan 2025, 14:50
Moana Pasifika unveil supercharged 2025 squad
Moana Pasifika are set for a big 2025 season, with star power injected into the mix in the form of reigning World Rugby Player of …
Ned Lester
11 Nov 2024, 18:34
