Moana Pasifika approaches the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season with a roster reshaped by the absence of Ardie Savea, the FloRugby No. 1-ranked player in the world. 

Savea’s sabbatical removes a central figure from the squad, forcing redistribution of leadership and responsibility across both the forwards and the wider playing group.

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In response, Moana Pasifika has targeted experience and depth through recruitment. 

Ngani Laumape adds proven midfield presence, Japan international hooker Mamoru Harada strengthens the front row and young outside backs Israel Leota and Glen Vaihu introduce pace and attacking potential into the back line.

Heading into 2026, the roster remains under the guidance of head coach Tana Umaga. 

Based in Auckland at North Harbour Stadium, the squad reflects a team balancing high-profile absence with structural adjustment, leaning on recruitment and development as it navigates a Super Rugby Pacific season without the world’s top-ranked player.

Moana Pasifika Rugby Roster 2026

Moana Pasifika’s roster features significant turnover, highlighted by the arrival of Ngani Laumape and Mamoru Harada, along with emerging outside backs Israel Leota and Glen Vaihu entering the 2026 season.

• Prop: Abraham Pole, Chris Apoua, Feleti Sae-Ta'ufo'ou, Malakai Hala-Ngatai, Paula Latu, Tito Tuipulotu
• Hooker: Mamoru Harada, Millennium Sanerivi, Samieula Moli
• Lock: Alefosio Aho, Allan Craig, Jimmy Tupou, Ofa Tauatevalu, Tom Savage
• Back Row: Dominic Ropeti, Miracle Faiilagi, Niko Jones, Ola Tauelangi, Semisi Paea, Semisi Tupou Ta'eiloa, Tupou Afungia
• Halfback: Augustine Pulu, Jonathan Taumateine, Melani Matavao, Siaosi Nginingini
• Fly-Halves: Faletoi Peni, Jackson Garden-Bachop, Patrick Pellegrini
• Midfield: Julian Savea, Lalomilo Lalomilo, Ngani Laumape, Tevita Latu
• Outside Backs: Glen Vaihu, Israel Leota, Solomon Alaimalo, Tevita Ofa, Tuna Tuitama, William Havili

Moana Pasifika Super Rugby Pacific Schedule 2026

• Feb. 13: 10:35 p.m.: Fijian Drua vs. Moana Pasifika
• Feb. 20: 1:05 a.m.: Hurricanes vs. Moana Pasifika
• Feb. 27: 1:05 a.m.: Moana Pasifika vs. Western Force
• March 6: 1:05 a.m.: Chiefs vs. Moana Pasifika
• March 14: 10:35 p.m.: Blues vs. Moana Pasifika
• March 21: 2:05 a.m.: Moana Pasifika vs. Crusaders
• March 27: 2:05 a.m.: Moana Pasifika vs. Highlanders
• April 10: 10:05 p.m.: Moana Pasifika vs. Chiefs
• April 17: 5:35 a.m.: NSW Waratahs vs. Moana Pasifika
• April 25: 10:00 p.m.: Highlanders vs. Moana Pasifika
• May 2: 3:05 a.m.: Moana Pasifika vs. Blues
• May 9: 3:05 a.m.: Moana Pasifika vs. Hurricanes
• May 22: 12:35 a.m.: Moana Pasifika vs. Queensland Reds
• May 29: 12:35 a.m.: ACT Brumbies vs. Moana Pasifika

What Did Moana Pasifika Do In 2025?

Moana Pasifika finished seventh in the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific standings with a 6-8 record and 28 points, ending the season just outside the playoff positions after a competitive regular season.

The Moana Pasifika Coach Is Tana Umaga

Tana Umaga is the head coach of Moana Pasifika, continuing to lead the Auckland-based side into the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season.

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