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- Chiefs Reclaim Super Rugby Lead While Moana Pasifika Faces Uncertain Future After Loss
Published: Apr 27, 2026
Section: Sports
The Chiefs secured a 42-22 bonus-point victory over the Fijian Drua to move into a tie for first place, capitalising on critical errors by the Fijian side. In the weekend’s final f...
- Highlanders Secure Hard Fought Victory Over Moana Pasifika in Christchurch Debut
Published: Apr 27, 2026
Section: Sports
The Highlanders triumphed 27-17 over Moana Pasifika in a high energy encounter at the newly opened Te Kaha Stadium in Christchurch. Despite trailing at halftime, the southern franc...
- Moana Pasifika Faces Final Season as Super Rugby Franchise Searches for Financial Rescue
Published: Apr 27, 2026
Section: Sports
Moana Pasifika is facing a critical crossroads as the franchise is set to disband at the conclusion of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season unless a major financial backer emerges....
- The Rise of the Hybrid: Is Timoci Tavatavanawai Rugby’s Next Wrecking Ball Flanker?
Published: Apr 25, 2026
Section: Sports
The successful transition of Leicester Faingaʻanuku from the midfield to the loose forwards has sparked a new tactical debate across Super Rugby Pacific: could Highlanders powerhou...
- World Rugby Chair Brett Robinson Targets US Market Expansion Amidst Financial and Popularity Concerns
Published: Apr 22, 2026
Section: Sports
World Rugby Chair Brett Robinson has emphasized that the sport must aggressively pursue growth in "new frontiers," specifically the United States, to ensure long-term viability. Ad...
- Beauden Barrett Breaks Super Rugby Record as Blues Edge Highlanders in Auckland Thriller
Published: Apr 18, 2026
Section: Sports
Beauden Barrett has become the second-highest points scorer in Super Rugby history, surpassing South African legend Morne Steyn during the Blues' 47-40 victory over the Highlanders...
- All Blacks Legend Michael Jones Warns Rugby Union is Losing ‘Hearts and Minds’ to Rugby League
Published: Apr 17, 2026
Section: Sports
Rugby icon Michael Jones has issued a stark warning that rugby union is losing its cultural dominance in New Zealand to rugby league, particularly within the influential Pacific Is...
- Defining Weekend for Pasifika Franchises as Moana Pasifika and Fijian Drua Face High-Stakes Tests
Published: Apr 17, 2026
Section: Sports
Round 10 of the Super Rugby Pacific competition presents a critical juncture for both Moana Pasifika and the Fijian Drua as they navigate a weekend fraught with on-field pressure a...
- Moana Pasifika Confirms 2026 Exit as Financial Realities Force Major Super Rugby Pacific Structural Revamp
Published: Apr 15, 2026
Section: Sports
Moana Pasifika has announced that the 2026 season will mark its final year in Super Rugby Pacific due to unsustainable financial and operational challenges. The decision impacts ap...
- Heartbreak for Pacific Rugby: Moana Pasifika to Disband After 2026 Season
Published: Apr 15, 2026
Section: Sports
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the rugby community, Moana Pasifika has officially announced it will disband at the conclusion of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season. Th...
- Super Rugby Round 9: Grit, Errors, and Harsh Lessons for Drua and Moana Pasifika
Published: Apr 13, 2026
Section: Sports
Round 9 of Super Rugby Pacific was a tale of two very different outcomes for the Pacific-based franchises. While the Fijian Drua celebrated a nail-biting 24-22 victory over the Wes...
- Damian McKenzie Shatters Scoring Records as Chiefs Overpower Moana Pasifika in Rotorua
Published: Apr 11, 2026
Section: Sports
The Chiefs have surged to the top of the Super Rugby Pacific standings following a comprehensive 62-17 demolition of Moana Pasifika at Rotorua International Stadium. All Black play...