Tonga Rugby

The Tonga rugby team will be prioritising a strong outing at the Pacific Nations Cup series in July, with hopes of securing direct entry to the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

Samoa and Tonga's sevens rugby teams are top contenders for qualification into the World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series at this weekend's Oceania Rugby Sevens.

The 'Ikale Tahi head coach said it was a disappointing finish; meanwhile, the Flying Fijians have named several Europe-based players for their clash against Wales.

A 43-17 win on home soil in Apia shot the Samoans back into contention for a top two finish from the Pacific pool.

World Rugby has reinstated the Fiji Rugby Union back as a member of the governing body's council almost 15 months after it was suspended due to "governance challenges".

Opinion - The lack of finance to support rugby in the islands is the same across most of the so-called rugby developing nations, Iliesa Tora writes.

Several Moana Pasifika players are expected to be heading to the 2023 Rugby World Cup with the Ikale Tahi of Tonga in September.

Tonga has booked its place in the 2023 Rugby World Cup after winning the repechage event in Australia.

The Tonga Rugby Union says despite the difficulties the Covid-19 pandemic has brought to the rugby schedule, they're grateful for the support of officials.