Weekend Rugby Roundup: Records Tumble and the Pacific Trio Falters
It was a weekend of contrasting fortunes across the international rugby landscape. While the All Blacks celebrated a historic individual milestone in Wellington, the Pacific Island nations of Fiji, Samoa, and Tonga suffered a collective “triple setback” on the global stage. England 73 – 8 Fiji Venue: Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool England emphatically snapped a […]
Manu Samoa vs Georgia: World Rugby Nations Cup 2026 Preview, Rising Stars, and the Battle to Break History
As the World Rugby Nations Cup 2026 heads into its second round, all eyes are on Manu Samoa, a team currently riding a wave of momentum and playing with a level of flair that has the rugby world buzzing. Currently sitting at the top of the table after a dominant opening performance, the Samoan side […]
Will Jordan Breaks All-Blacks Record as Savea Era Gains Momentum
The All Blacks delivered a powerful performance in Wellington on Saturday night. They defeated Italy with a resounding 47-17 scoreline at a sold-out Hnry Stadium. This victory was more than just a simple win. It showed a team evolving quickly under the leadership of Ardie Savea. The squad now looks much sharper and more composed […]
Moana Pasifika Lifeline: Saving the Heart of Pacific Rugby
The future of Moana Pasifika currently hangs in the balance, as the embattled Super Rugby franchise faces a daunting financial maelstrom that threatens its very existence. Recent reports revealed the club has been forced into liquidation, facing debts totaling NZ$2.7 million. This crisis deepened when the outgoing owners, the Pasifika Medical Association (PMA), announced they […]
Save Moana Pasifika: Why Rugby Union Cannot Afford to Lose Its Pacific Heartbeat
The rugby world has just been hit with a devastating bombshell. After just five seasons of fighting tooth and nail in Super Rugby Pacific, Moana Pasifika is set to completely fold at the end of the 2026 season. The team’s primary owners, the Pasifika Medical Association—led by chief executive Debbie Sorensen—have officially informed the players […]
Tonga set for Denver clash against Zimbabwe in World Rugby Nations Cup
The World Rugby Nations Cup 2026 is continuing to build momentum on the international rugby calendar, with Pacific Island nations once again playing a central role in the identity and impact of the competition. One of the key fixtures taking place in the United States will be in Denver on July 4, where ‘Ikale Tahi […]
The Fight for Samoan Rugby: Why a New Union is Vital for the 2027 World Cup
For years, rugby has been the beating heart of Samoa, but right now, the sport we love is caught in a devastating bind. We are standing at a critical crossroads where the future of Samoan rugby is on the line. Prime Minister La’aulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Fosi Schmidt is officially looking to establish a brand-new Samoa […]
Tana Umaga Joins All Blacks: Why His Defense & Mana are Game Changers
The announcement that Fa’alogo Tana Umaga is joining Dave Rennie’s new coaching staff as the All Blacks’ defence coach has sent ripples through the rugby world. This isn’t just another coaching appointment; it is a profound move that brings a legend back into the fold. Umaga is stepping into this role to bring immense expertise, […]
Black Ferns Sevens Stun Australia: Epic Comeback to Win Inaugural New York Sevens
The stage was set for a classic showdown as the Black Ferns Sevens squared off against their fierce rivals, Australia, in the inaugural New York Sevens final,. What unfolded over fourteen breathless minutes was an extraordinary spectacle that will be etched into rugby sevens history. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Polynesian […]
BREAKING NEWS : Tuilaepa’s stepping-down as Chairman of Lakapi Samoa
The breaking news is finally out: Hon Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi has announced he is stepping down as Chairman of Lakapi Samoa, ending a 26-year reign that began in 2000. But let’s be brutally honest—this resignation is long overdue, and if Samoan rugby is truly going to be saved, the entire board must follow him out […]