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'If not us, then what?' Umaga's Pasifika rugby fears

Moana Pasifika coach and former All Blacks champion Tana Umaga has detailed his fears for the region's rugby talent with the club's future in grave doubt.

AAP · Apr 17

Five tries in 15 minutes: Waratahs fold in heavy loss

The NSW Waratahs have suffered another second-half collapse to lose their Super Rugby Pacific clash to Moana Pasifika 45-28 in Auckland.

AAP · Apr 5, 2025

McDermott, McReight sent off in shock Reds Super loss

The Queensland Reds have been beaten by Super Rugby Pacific strugglers Moana Pasifika in Whangarei, with two star talents sent off for serious foul play.

AAP · Apr 12, 2024

Scotland romp to vital bonus-point victory over Tonga

Scotland showed their attacking quality to get themselves a foothold in the top-heavy pool B.

The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2023

Scotland 45-17 Tonga: Rugby World Cup 2023 – as it happened

Scots ran in seven tries and Finn Russell kicked 10 points to kickstart their tournament with a first win

The Guardian - UK · Sep 24, 2023

Johnny Sexton breaks Ireland points record during impressive victory over Tonga

The influential fly-half surpassed Ronan O’Gara’s all-time tally of 1,083 in style with the fourth of his side’s eight tries at Stade de la Beaujoire.

The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2023

Ireland 59-16 Tonga: Johnny Sexton breaks Ronan O’Gara’s record in bonus-point Rugby World Cup victory

Captain fantastic makes history in style

Evening Standard · Sep 16, 2023

Johnny Sexton becomes Ireland’s record points scorer in victory against Tonga

Johnny Sexton surpassed Ronan O’Gara’s record as Ireland outclassed Tonga 59-16 to make it two wins from two in Pool B

The Guardian - UK · Sep 16, 2023

Rugby World Cup 2023: what to look out for on the second weekend

South Africa’s selection puzzler; Samoa want more time with tier one; Tshiunza’s steep learning curve; and fuelling with baguettes

The Guardian - UK · Sep 15, 2023

Tonga gets its mojo back after qualifying for Rugby World Cup with win over Hong Kong

Amid emotional scenes at Sunshine Coast Stadium, Tonga secures its place in next year's Rugby World Cup with a convincing victory over Hong Kong.

ABC News · Jul 24, 2022