The game against Moana Pasifika on Saturday, 31 May, at 7.05 pm at Sky Stadium is shaping up to be a huge crowd!
The round 16 game against the Moana Pasifika is not only crucial in the Hurricanes' push for a top 4 place, but it’s also a chance for fans to see several familiar faces and even family reunions!
There are many connections between the teams, including former players, coaches, and even brothers!
Here we go!
- Moana Pasifika’s Head Coach, Tana Umaga - A Hurricanes legend, played 122 matches for the Hurricanes between 1996 and 2007.
- Moana's captain, Ardie Savea, played 131 matches for the Hurricanes between 2013 and 2023, with brother Julian playing 153 games across two stints.
- Alando Soakai - Coached Wellington (and several current Hurricanes) to the 2024 NPC championship. He’s now Moana’s defence coach.
- Ex-Hurricane Jackson Garden-Bachop attended school and played first XV rugby with Peter Umaga Jensen; he also plays for Wellington in the NPC alongside several current Hurricanes players.
- Tevita Mafileo (Hurricanes) and Sione Mafile'o (Moana) are brothers on opposing teams.
- Riley Hohepa was initially a replacement player for Moana in late 2022. He then joined the Hurricanes and made his Super Rugby Pacific debut against Moana in 2023
- Former Wellington and Hurricanes players, who now play for Moana, include:
- Jonathan Taumateine played for the Hurricanes 2020 - 2021
- Losi Filipo plays for Wellington in the NPC and was a Hurricanes squad member in 2024
- Pepesana Patafilo played for the Hurricanes from 2021 - 2024, and is currently in the Wellington NPC squad
- Danny Toala also played briefly for the Hurricanes between 2019-2021.
If you haven't already, be sure to get your tickets for the game against Moana Pasifika on Saturday, 31 May, at 7.05pm at Sky Stadium to support the Hurricanes in their push for the finals!
Purchase tickets here.
We encourage fans to please plan ahead and arrive early. Metlink have advised that there will be disruptions and cancellations to all train services, with buses replacing trains. Check the schedules and give yourself extra time to get to the game. Gates open at 5:30pm. More information from Metlink here.
