Super Rugby Pacific
Why Drua became an 'economic engine' while Moana fights to survive
Analysis: Two contrasting scenarios are now in play for the two Pasifika rugby franchises in the Super Rugby Pacific competition, writes liesa Tora.
Fiji Drua secure first win of the Super Rugby season in Lautoka
The Fijian Drua finally got the win that has eluded them in the first two rounds of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific competition at the weekend. Audio
Five takeaways from Drua, Moana Pasifika's round three matches
Spirited fightbacks marked Moana Pasifika and the Fijian Drua's matches in round three of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific competition over the weekend.
Western force shut Moana Pasifika down in Pukekohe
It was not the hosts' night with poor lineouts, penalties and a glimpse of greatness come too late.
Moana Pasifika revert to winning lineup for Western Force
Head coach Fa'alogo Tana Umaga has made just one change to his starting lineup for the Super Rugby Pacific round three home game against the Australian side.
Watch: Moana Pasifika's funding struggles
Despite financial challenges, Moana Pasifika is "here to stay", according to the Super Rugby franchise chief executive Debbie Sorensen.
'A loss-making exercise': Moana Pasifika can't afford to play in Tonga
A lack of funding has forced Moana Pasifika to cancel hosting their Super Rugby Pacific round nine match against the Chiefs in Nuku'alofa.
Umaga doubles down on World Rugby support
The former All Blacks captain and Moana Pasifika mentor believes rugby's governing body should be pouring more financial assistance into the two Pacific Island Super Rugby teams.
Super Rugby Pacific enters second round
Pacific sports preview with RNZ Pacific senior sports journalist Iliesa Tora. Audio
Drua set for a tough battle against Waratahs
Head coach Glen Jackson has made changes to the team to face the NSW Waratahs in Sydney.
'We don't get enough help': Umaga calls for more support
Moana Pasifika head coach Fa'alogo Tana Umaga believes more should be done to keep the island nations involved in the competition.
Moana Pasifika 'gave me the chance...when I was a nobody'
William 'Willi' Havili reflects on his upcoming 50th match and becoming the most-capped player for the club in Super Rugby Pacific. Audio
Anticipation building for new Super Rugby Pacific season
RNZ Pacific senior sports journalist Iliesa Tora previews new season of Super Rugby Pacific on Pacific Waves. Audio
'Hard, strong, fast': Drua, Moana ready for Super Rugby
The match will be the second time in Super Rugby history that the two sides will clash in the opening round.
Super Rugby Pacific preview: Moana Pasifika
Super Rugby Pacific is back after a real return to form last year, with the competition kicking off in Dunedin on 13 February.
Former French star joins Drua
Virimi Vakatawa, 33, was released from his French contract there years ago because of medical reasons and joined the Drua off-season training late last year.
Moana Pasifika recruits talk culture and purpose ahead of 2026 season
A strong sense of purpose is pumping through the Moana Pasifika squad as they prepare for the upcoming Super Rugby campaign. Audio
Former All Blacks bolster Moana Pasifika for 2026 campaign
Head coach Fa'alogo Tana Umaga announced his Super Rugby Pacific squad on Thursday.
Nadolo appointed development coach for Drua
The Fiji-based Super Rugby franchise made the announcement on Tuesday.
Fijian Drua appoints new CEO
Jeff Miller, a 1991 Rugby World Cup winner with Australia and a senior rugby administrator, will assume the new role in January 2026.
