1. ONOC — Auckland to host 2026 ONOC Annual General Assembly Week
2. RUGBY LEAGUE — London calling: Chiefs to meet with Kumuls stars
3. RUGBY — Miramira embraces battle
4. RUGBY — Apolosi Ranawai and the broken GPS that’ll lead a Waratahs powerhouse back home
5. FOOTBALL — Auckland FC survive second-half comeback to claim victory
6. FOOTBALL — South Melbourne FC complete unbeaten Leaders Group campaign
7. RUGBY LEAGUE — Turuva extends contract with West Tigers
8. RUGBY — Former Sāmoa rugby international wins NZ court appeal in drink drive deportation case
9. CRICKET — Ura’s explosive form powers Barramundis
10. RUGBY LEAGUE — Warning out on Chiefs. Watson: Money alone won’t ensure success
11. RUGBY LEAGUE — Rise of a 17-year-old. Teen halfback eyes Kumuls future
12. RUGBY LEAGUE — Ex-Bati star on ‘100 days sober’
13. RUGBY — Naduvalo headlines global stars for 2026 Rugby Premier League
14. RUGBY LEAGUE — $1m boost | FNRL targets school rugby growth
15. RUGBY LEAGUE — Off-contract Parramatta prop addresses NRL future
16. RUGBY — Moana Pasifika players must write their own story despite off-field uncertainly
PAC – ONOC: ONOC MEDIA PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
Auckland to host 2026 ONOC Annual General Assembly Week
AUCKLAND, 13 MAY 2026 (ONOC MEDIA)–Auckland, New Zealand will welcome the Oceania sporting family from 17 to 23 May 2026 for the XLVI Annual General Assembly Week of the Oceania National Olympic Committees (ONOC).
The week-long convening will bring together National Olympic Committees, athletes, partners, and stakeholders shaping the future of sport in the Pacific.
ONOC President Baklai Temengil-Chilton has extended a warm Pacific welcome to members, partners, athletes, and friends of Oceania sport, confirming the dates and programme for what she described as a defining moment for the region.
“On behalf of the Oceania National Olympic Committees, I am delighted to invite our Oceania family, partners, athletes, and stakeholders to the 2026 ONOC Annual General Assembly Week in beautiful Auckland, New Zealand,” President Temengil-Chilton said.
“This year’s AGA Week is more than a meeting. It is a coming together of Oceania sport, united by our shared values, our shared future, and our shared Pacific identity.’
Across seven days, ONOC will host a series of major forums and engagements designed to align the region around the next Olympic cycle and beyond. The programme includes the LA28 Pre-Games Preparation Forum, the ONOC Workshop, the Oceania Athletes’ Forum, governance consultations, partnership discussions, and the ONOC Annual General Assembly itself.
A key feature of the week will be the visit of International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry to the ONOC Annual General Assembly, underscoring the IOC’s continued engagement with the Pacific region and its national Olympic committees.
Companion sessions across the week include the Commonwealth Sport Regional Forum, the Oceania Paralympic Committee Forum and Board Meeting, the ORADO Workshop and Annual General Meeting, the ONOC Medical Commission Meeting, and the Oceania Impact Network Meeting, which will feature the screening of the Breaking Ground film and the launch of the Olympism365 and UN Women Toolkit for a Sports Ecosystem with a Gender Perspective.
“These conversations will help shape the future of sport in Oceania as we look ahead to Los Angeles 2028, Brisbane 2032, and beyond,” President Temengil-Chilton said.
AGA Week 2026 also marks a public expression of the ONOC Reset, the organisation’s regional commitment to strengthening governance, empowering athletes, supporting National Olympic Committees, and building a stronger, more united Oceania sporting movement.
“Together, we are creating pathways for our young people, stronger partnerships for our region, and greater opportunities for every Pacific athlete to thrive on the world stage,” President Temengil-Chilton said.
The 2026 ONOC Annual General Assembly Week will be hosted by the New Zealand Olympic Committee (NZOC) and will run from 17 to 23 May 2026 in Auckland, New Zealand. The Annual General Assembly itself will be held on Thursday 21 May 2026. …. PACNEWS
PNG – RUGBY LEAGUE: NRL PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
London calling: Chiefs to meet with Kumuls stars
LONDON, 13 MAY 2026 (NRL)—PNG Kumuls coach Jason Demetriou says he will shortly throw open the doors at London Broncos to visiting PNG Chiefs GM of Football Michael Chammas – and that two players who amassed seven tries on the weekend should at the top of his recruitment list.
With many of their PNG team-mates in London laid up by injury, five-eighth Gairo Voro scored four blazing tries and fullback Morea Morea finished with a hat-trick in Sunday’s 64-0 triumph against Midlands.
The pair are set to be in the Kumuls squad for the World Cup under Demetriou and he supports their return home to play for the Chiefs when the PNG franchise joins the NRL in 2028.
“It’s great to see Gairo getting his running game on – I thought that was probably the best he’s played this year, which is exciting, ” Demetriou said after London’s 11th consecutive win – a club record for the Broncos.
“I know Michael Chammas is coming over here in the next few weeks and he’ll want to sit down with some of our boys.
“He’ll talk to me. Part of bringing the boys over here was so that they could showcase their talent to go in the shop window, so they can play for the Chiefs.
“The beauty of that is we get to keep them for another year so if they do go to the Chiefs, they’re still a London player for another year.
“But as it stands, only Finley (Glare) and Morea are contracted for 2027. And Jerry (Jeremiah Simbiken) is contracted. The rest of the boys are off contract.”
Far from trying to discourage players from leaving, Demetriou says he’ll be urging Chammas to take as many of the Broncos’ PNG stars as possible.
“These boys’ opportunity to play with the Chiefs … that opportunity will be like nothing any NRL player has experienced,” he said.
“To be able to play in the inaugural season for your home country’s NRL side – there’s no way you can even describe it for them! I’m trying to but I’m not in their shoes.
“It would be a huge honour – not just for them but for their families and their whole village.
“So of course, as their coach – their London coach and their Kumuls coach – I’ll do everything I can to support them getting an opportunity.”
On London’s books in 2026 are Morea, Voro, secondrower Simbiken, hooker/halfback Glare, prop Epel Kapinias and centres Alex Max and Robert Mathias.
A host of other PNG stars are playing in the UK, with captain Rhyse Martin at Hull KR, hooker Edwin Ipape, halfback Lachlan Lam and forwards Liam Horne and Jacob Alick-Wiencke playing for Leigh, and Nene Macdonald at St Helens
All are set to play for PNG at Rugby League World Cup 2026, during which the Kumuls host Lebanon on October 17 and Samoa on October 24 before taking on England in Wollongong on October 30.
After signing Samoa playmaker Jarome Luai from Wests Tigers and South Sydney’s PNG winger Alex Johnston, the greatest tryscorer in Australian premiership history, the Chiefs are set to turn their focus to England.
“NRL squads are made up of 34 or 36 players,” said Demetriou. “There’s no doubt the players that are here could comfortably fit in that 36.
“At the moment it sounds like there’s a lot of NRL quality players who want to go. They’ve got to get this right, they’ve got to compete straight away.”
Asked if Voro and Morea would be in Chammas’ sights, Demetriou answered: “They should be”…..PACNEWS
FIJI – RUGBY: FRU PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
Miramira embraces battle
NADI, 13 MAY 2026 (FRU)—Returning from injury has only strengthened Vilive Miramira’s determination as he pushes to secure his place in the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua side during a crucial stage of the season.
After a lengthy spell on the sidelines undergoing rehabilitation, the flanker says the fight for a back-row spot has been intense, but he is grateful to be back in contention for selection.
Miramira says the recovery period tested him physically and mentally, but completing rehab has given him a renewed appreciation for the opportunity to represent the Drua again.
“There’s been a lot of challenges during my injury but I’m grateful to have completed my rehab. There’s great competition in my position but I’m grateful for the chance I get to play for the Drua.”
He says competition within the squad has lifted standards across the board, especially as the Drua enter a must-win phase in their push for a quarterfinal spot.
Despite a bye last week, Miramira says the squad remained fully focused, with individual training programs keeping players sharp ahead of this weekend’s clash.
He says every match now carries added weight, particularly with their remaining home games seen as crucial for finals qualification.
“Though we had a bye last week, we were given training programs to work on. We understand how important this weekend’s match is in securing a quarterfinal spot. There’s only one focus and that’s to try and win our remaining games.”
The Drua will be aiming to keep their playoff hopes alive when they host the Waratahs for their final home game this Saturday at 4.35pm at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva….PACNEWS
PAC – RUGBY: AAP PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
Apolosi Ranawai and the broken GPS that’ll lead a Waratahs powerhouse back home
SYDNEY, 13 MAY 2026 (AAP)—-“I think I lost my GPS to get to that point but I think that long journey may have built me up to get to this point here.”
Apolosi Ranawai’s journey to Super Rugby is far from conventional, yet the 32-year-old’s path is set to return home as the NSW Waratahs prepare to face the Fijian Drua in Suva.
Ranawai is one of the feel-good stories of the year for the Waratahs in 2026, bursting through for his debut try last week against the Highlanders, a week after his professional debut.
To get there, the former Fijian U18 and U20 representative has gone through a rocky road that has tested him at every turn.
His career started in Malaysia, playing in the King’s Cup tournament after moving there to use his degree in agricultural science. New Zealand beckoned as he joined Central Hawkes Bay, with All Blacks great Brodie Retallick gifting him his first pair of boots.
It wasn’t until 2018 that he moved to Australia to play Rugby League for South Eastern Seagulls, a club in the South Sydney system, eventually joining Norths under Zak Beer after a stint with Warringah.
The tight-head would earn a pre-season deal with the Western Force, returning home in 2024 after a series of family emergencies.
“I think 2024 is a big low point for me because I had a son back home, and he was sick. I think I lost maybe five of my family members at that time,” he explained
“I went to bury my older sister, she was a nurse. In the same period, my sister passed away, and my nephew within four days of each other. After that, I went to see my son the week after and I think I was there for nearly three or four weeks, and all these feelings just came up.”
In the process of taking the year off, Ranawai’s motivation grew and grew as Norths returned to the Shute Shield Final, going down to Easts.
The only problem was so did his weight.
“I saw the boys playing in that grand final, and it shattered me because I played the year before and we should’ve won that against Randwick. I messaged Zak Beer, and I said I really want to have a crack, he messaged me and said ‘Can you stand on the scale’ and I was like 168 kilos,” he said and smiled.
“…For me, I’m big on carbs because back in Fiji, it’s quite expensive to buy meat and stuff. For my diet, you’ve got to eat a lot of carbs in order to get full so coming over here, if I see french fries and stuff, which is expensive back home, it’s like, load it up.”
“I thank [Zak Beer] so much because he really helped me to dig myself out. The next day, he got our trainer to do a special plan for me and I just posted my training and stuff online. I was training the next day, I was just training.”
He dropped over 30 kilograms and would link up with Waratahs legend Matt Dunning, who has gone under a similar transformation post-career and serves as a mentor to Ranawai to this day.
“I couldn’t recognise him because he lost weight. He’s been like a big brother and father figure to me lately,” Ranawai remarked.
“We chat every day. We just talk about food and just talk about scrummaging. [Playing prop] is like wine, you get mature when you get old. If you want to make it at a young age, I think it’s better to have a mentor and some of the things that he taught me technically-wise in scrummaging made a big contribution.”
Ranawai would join the Waratahs on a train-and-trial deal whilst making the near four-hour round-trip from Shellharbour.
He balanced his Rugby dream working with the NDIS, helping out the Score Dragons, a program designed by NRL club St George Illawarra Dragons to help people with disabilities get into sport, amongst other programs.
“Three months ago, I finished, but I told them they can call me any time. I just tell them my availability but it’s quite hard during the season. It’s good and I really like it,” he said.
“I think it’s not for everyone, but I really like it. You get paid to be their friend for the day. It’s pretty cool.”
Like his journey to the Waratahs, his road to Super Rugby was far from easy.
He’d grind his way into the squad through Super Rugby AUS, battling his way into the squad for the 2026 season as he earned his debut off the bench against his old side, Western Force.
His mindset remains the same as he savours every moment.
“I think if you think about getting to this point, there’s no recipe or any shortcut to get to this point. It’s sacrifice, cries, tears, blood and shredded tears. I think hard work is the only way to get to this point; there’s no shortcut,” he believes.
“There’s no GPS around it, mate. Maps just shows you’ve got to go through a wall in order to get to this point.
“My mindset is it’s my last game. I’ve been here six months now and not getting picked round one or two, it’s in your head when you get that opportunity, this is it.
“I’m just a well-coached player. I call myself an average player, but I’m just well-coached. I think that’s my mindset I was talking about, play until your last game.”
His dream run has him on the verge of returning home to Fiji for Saturday’s must-win game against the Drua in Suva.
Ranawai has already been inundated with requests for tickets, with over 100 friends and family set to make the trip from their village, Korovuto, in Nadi.
“For me, it’s quite a long journey to get to this point here, a village boy back in Fiji just growing up and watching this telly playing footy one day was one of my dreams and two weeks ago I achieved that dream,” he added.
If he does get the chance to run out on Saturday, there’s no doubt his GPS will be back on track….PACNEWS
PAC – FOOTBALL: OFC PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
Auckland FC survive second-half comeback to claim victory
AUCKLAND, 13 MAY 2026 (OFC)—Auckland FC have claimed their third New Zealand derby win of the inaugural OFC Pro League season, defeating South Island United 5-2 at Eden Park.
In a dress rehearsal for their semi-final showdown in eight days time, the Aucklanders survived a second-half comeback by the South Islanders to secure their second win of the Leaders Group.
A flurry of second-half goals brightened a match that looked to be a tense stalemate in the first half. Both teams battling for possession and creating half chances early on, but were unable to convert.
Auckland FC had the clearer chances, including an excellent opportunity for Oscar Faulds but were unable to find an early breakthrough.
It was perhaps no surprise then that when the opening goal did arrive, it came via a rather unconventional route.
Sustained pressure from Auckland FC in the final ten minutes of the half saw Luke Casserly’s men win a corner, with Emiliano Tade’s effort looping over everyone and nestling in the far corner to give his side the lead.
Both sides lifted the intensity in the second half, with flurry of goals coming in an end-to-end period. Rob Sherman’s men found their first thanks to a David Yoo close-range finish, before Riley Grover’s effort from distance took a wicked deflection to fly past Eli Jones and give South Island United the lead.
Unwilling to go down, Auckland FC struck back, scoring three goals in nine minutes to storm back into the lead 4-2. Aston Burns, who came back into the line-up after missing the last match against Bula FC, picked up a brace – scoring either side of an own goal, before Isa Prins finished the game off with a strike in the final minutes of the match.
The two sides now prepare for their semi-final showdown at Go Media Stadium next Wednesday, with fellow semi-finalists South Melbourne FC waiting to see who they will face after this weekend’s semi-final playoff.
Auckland FC: 5 (Emiliano TADE 38′, Aston BURNS 58′, 67′, Own Goal 62′, Isa PRINS 86′)
South Island United: 2 (David YOO 50′, Riley GROVER 56′)
HT: 1-0….PACNEWS
PAC – FOOTBALL: OFC PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
South Melbourne FC complete unbeaten Leaders Group campaign
AUCKLAND, 13 MAY 2026 (OFC)—South Melbourne FC finished their Leaders Group campaign unbeaten, following an entertaining 4-2 victory over Bula FC at Eden Park.
Having already secured a place in the semi-finals, some of the pressure was taken off the Australian outfit, but for Bula, there remained a chance to avoid the semi-final playoff and advance directly to the final four.
South Melbourne made six changes to their starting line-up from their previous match, while Bula FC made seven. The reintroduction of Jack Pope to the starting eleven proved a smart call, with the forward opening the scoring in the 13th minute after sustained pressure – finishing from a tight angle after Didier Desprez misjudged a through ball.
Bula FC responded six minutes later, with Christopher Wasasala threading an awkward pass through some broken play, before Ibraheem Afazal rounded Javier Diaz Lopez to equalise.
Despite some fight from Stepháne Auvray’s men, South Melbourne FC turned up the heat as the half wore on – scoring two more goals to head into the break with a comfortable 3-1 lead.
A penalty was given to the Hellas’ in the 34th minute, when Jacob Eliopoulos was taken down in front of goal – with VAR deeming the offense a penalty. Max Mikkola stepped up to extend the lead.
One more goal followed two minutes later, when Andrew Mesourouni volleyed home with aplomb to give his side a two goal cushion at the break.
Both coaches introduced a number of changes in the second half, with South Melbourne FC making three and Bula FC four of their own.
Stepháne Auvray’s men emerged brighter in the opening exchanges of the half, putting the Australian side under sustained pressure as they looked to work their way back into the contest.
South Melbourne’s class remained however and they duly made it 4-1 through a wonderful Jordon Lampard goal – the full-back stroking the ball into the corner from the edge of the area having been set up by substitute Marco Jankovic.
Sinisa Cohadzic’s side continued to push to extend the lead, with their best chances to do so stopped by a busy Didier Desprez. At the other end, Bula persisted, determined to reduce the arrears.
Roy Krishna was brought on to give Bula FC some additional firepower and the experienced striker came close, drilling an effort off the crossbar from a tight angle.
The deadly marksman would get his goal not longer after, reacting first to a saved Nabil Begg effort in the box to tap home from close range and reduce the deficit to 4-2.
South Melbourne would prove too strong however and held on fairly comfortably, completing an unbeaten Leaders Group campaign and giving them momentum heading into next week’s semi-finals.
South Melbourne FC: 4 (Jack POPE 12′, Maximilian MIKKOLA (P) 34′, Andrew MESOUROUNI 36′, Jordon LAMPARD 56′)
Bula FC: 2 (Ibraheem AFAZAL 19′, Roy KRISHNA 78′)
HT: 3-1….PACNEWS
AUST – RUGBY LEAGUE: NRL PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
Turuva extends contract with West Tigers
SYDNEY, 13 MAY 2026 (NRL)—Wests Tigers have announced that Sunia Turuva will remain with the club through until 2030.
Original contracted until the end of 2027, the Fiji international has put pen-to-paper on a three-year extension keeping him at Concord until at least the end of the 2030 NRL season.
“It’s been special to be part of Benji’s vision here at the club, and play my role in what we’re building,” Turuva said.
His extension comes soon after fellow Tigers Jahream Bula and the May brothers – Taylan and Terrell – announced their plans to stay at Concord through to 2030 as well.
Dragons co-captain Damien Cook is eager to end his time at the club on a high after St George Illawarra announced 2026 will be his final season in the Red V.
The local junior made his debut with the Dragons back in 2013, before joining Canterbury and later South Sydney and eventually returning home in 2025.
In that time, the hooker played for NSW and Australia and developed into one of the best dummy halves in the competition.
Cook has signed a two-year deal with Super League club Castleford, where he will reunite with former St George Illawarra assistant coach Ryan Carr.
“”Captaining the Dragons has been one of the proudest experiences of my career. As a kid from the area, it has meant a lot to me to start and end my NRL journey here,” Cook said.
“My full focus right now is on doing everything I can for this team and this club over the remainder of 2026. I’ve loved my time at the Dragons, and I’m determined to finish it the right way.”
The Cowboys have re-signed playmaker Jake Clifford until the end of the 2028 season after he rose to the challenge to secure his first grade spot – and his future.
Clifford has appeared in all nine games for the Cowboys in 2026, scoring four tries and assisting on a further seven.
“Jake was challenged in the pre-season to win his spot, he did that and has gone on to play some of the best football of his career,” Cowboys Football Club CEO Micheal Luck said.
“We have always known Jake’s best form is elite, his challenge has been doing it consistently and to his credit, he has done that this season. Jake has regularly been among our best players and has been an integral part of our strong start to 2026.
“The partnership between Jake and Tom Dearden in the halves has blossomed over the past 12 months and we believe they complement each other well.
“Jake’s professionalism has never been in doubt. He is one of the first players through the door every morning and spends as much time speaking to the coaches about how he can improve as any player in our squad.”
Clifford said he was delighted to extend his stay at ‘home’.
“This decision was a no-brainer for my family and I. This is our home here and I’m really excited with what this playing group has been building this year,” he said.
“The Cowboys mean everything to me. I’ve been supporting this club since I was a little boy in Tully. To be able to put the Cowboys jersey on for at least the next two years and represent the region and my family is something I look forward to every single week.”
Meanwhile, Kumuls star Alex Johnston has become the second player to sign with the PNG Chiefs for their inaugural season in 2028.
The NRL’s all-time leading try-scorer has long spoken about his dream of playing for an NRL franchise in the nation and it will now become reality after he inked a deal with the new team.
Johnston joins Jarome Luai at the Chiefs as they continue the process of building a roster from the ground up.
The winger will play out the final two seasons of his current deal at the Rabbitohs before moving to PNG after the conclusion of the 2027 campaign.
“AJ is the greatest try scorer in the history of our game and a Papua New Guinean icon,” PNG GM of Football Michael Chammas said.
“A player who has represented his country with pride on the international stage and carried the hopes of the PNG people throughout a remarkable career. And now he is coming home. He is the first Papua New Guinean player to sign with the PNG Chiefs. The first of many.”
The Chiefs were able to negotiate with Johnston after South Sydney granted the winger permission to meet with the new club despite still being contracted through to the end of 2027.
In a statement announcing Johnston’s departure, Rabbitohs CEO Blake Solly praised the winger for his commitment to the club throughout the past 13 seasons.
“We have all enjoyed the efforts from ‘AJ’ over the past 13 seasons and I’m sure we will see more highlights before he heads to the Chiefs in 2028,” South Sydney CEO Blake Solly said.
“He is the greatest try scorer the game has ever seen and he will score more tries in the red and green before the end of next season.
“Alex has a wonderful opportunity to extend his NRL career and to set himself up for life-after-football with his new club.
“We look forward to continuing our work with him for the next 18 months, and we will wish him, his partner Taryn and his kids Sonny, Avery and Robby the very best of luck at the end of his time at our club.”
Meanwhile, the Newcastle Knights have extended the contract of Harrison Graham until the end of the 2027 season.
Head coach Justin Holbrook said the extension was excellent news for the club.
“Harrison has fitted in perfectly in his first 12 months here at the club,” Holbrook said.
“He fits our DNA: hardworking and very popular with the players and staff.”
Elsewhere, Parramatta have signed Cowboys forward Harrison Edwards on a deal through to the end of 2027.
The prop will join the injury-hit Eels immediately as they bring in reinforcements to help navigate an overflowing casualty ward.
“With three middle forwards out for the season, Harrison brings great versatility to our squad,’ Eels GM of Football Mark O’Neill said. “He is a tough competitor who also has the ability to slot in at dummy half when required.
“That flexibility allows him to fill a role for the team wherever needed, and we see him making a strong impact.”
The positive recruitment news continues for the Wests Tigers with Fijian international Jahream Bula signing a four-year extension.
The new deal keeps the fullback at Concord until the end of 2030 and comes on the back of last week’s announcement that Terrell and Taylan May had also re-signed through to 2030.
The news offsets the loss of Jarome Luai, who will depart the Tigers at the end of next season to join the Papua New Guinea Chiefs.
Bula made his NRL debut in 2023 and has quickly developed into one of the mist exciting young fullbacks in the game.
“I’m really grateful for the opportunity to remain with the Tigers for the next four seasons,” Bula said.
“The culture and connection that we have as a group is special, and I’m excited to be part of what we’re building. I love being here and I’m looking forward to growing my game under Benji and helping bring the club success.”
While he is currently sidelined with a shoulder injury, Bula has played a key role in the Tigers impressive start to the season.
Coach Benji Marshall has been impressed with the 24-year-old’s development and back Bula to lead the club to sustained success in the future.
“We’re really excited to have Jahream committed to the club long-term,” Marshall said. “He’s someone who brings a lot to our group on and off the field with his leadership and influence.
“We’ve seen his development over the past few seasons, and we’re looking forward to what’s ahead for Jahream here at the Tigers.
“He’s humble, hard-working and a great character to have around. I’ve really enjoyed seeing him grow in confidence and have great belief in what he can bring us over the next four years.
“We’re so happy to have Jahream and his family remain with us until 2030.”
Meanwhile, Terrell May – who had 18-months remaining on his contract – is set to play alongside his brother Taylan for the next four seasons, as they live out a childhood dream of playing together in the NRL.
The pair were named in the RLWC2026 Team of the Week, voted for by fans after Round 8 NRL matches.
The reigning Kelly-Barnes Medalist has been monumental once again to begin the 2026 NRL season, continuing the form that saw him nominated for Dally M Prop of the Year in his first season at Concord.
The 27-year-old averages 161 run metres in 2026, including over 200 run metres in his last three outings, to go along with a season average of 33 tackles per game – illustrating his presence and impact in the middle of the field.
Taylan – who signed a two-year contract in late-2025 – has extended for a further three seasons, with the Samoan international continuing to impress following his arrival on a train-and-trial deal mid-way through last season.
The 24-year-old made an instant impact on his arrival to the Club, appearing in the final seven fixtures of the Tigers 2025 campaign, for a return of four tries, three try assists and six line breaks.
Despite injury punctuating the start of his 2026 campaign, Taylan has made an instant impact scoring in back-to-back games since his return in Round 7.
On signing their contract extensions, the May brothers were excited to remain at Concord and play under Benji Marshall.
“We love it here and to have our future secured at the Tigers until 2030 is something special,” Terrell May said.
“Family is so important to us and it’s something that drew me to the Club in the first place. I can’t speak highly enough of Benji and the staff for the support they give us to be ourselves on and off the field.
“I’m really enjoying my footy this year and we’re getting results thanks to the way we’ve trained over pre-season. The focus is just staying locked in and getting better every single day for the boys.”
“I was grateful for the opportunity Benji and the Club gave to me last year, giving me a chance to come back to the NRL and play with my brother has been a dream for us,” Taylan May said
“We both love it here and I love all the boys, we’ve got a great culture. We’re playing our footy and enjoying the process of getting better every day.
“Benji’s been great for all the boys, he makes you a better player and gives you the confidence to go out there and express yourself. He’s been a big inspiration for all of us, and we love playing for him.”
Marshall welcomed confirmation of the May’s long-term future at Concord.
“We’re so happy to have Terrell and Taylan locked in with us long term,” Marshall said.
“They both bring so many things on and off the field to our Club. I love who they are and what they stand for.
“Since Terrell’s been at our Club he’s taken his game to the next level, and I truly believe his best is still ahead of him. I can’t speak highly enough of what he has brought to our team and our culture.
“Taylan’s taken massive steps in his journey and I love that he feels at home with us to be able to be himself. He adds a calmness and an ‘X’ factor to our side in both defence and attack and we value everything he brings.
“What’s clear with both boys is they are ‘all in’ and committed to where we are heading as a Club and are both integral parts of our team.
“I’m just really pleased for our fans that they get to have Terrell and Taylan and their families here for the next four seasons.”
Meanwhile, Perth Bears have locked in two of the NRL’s most exciting prospects with confirmation Te Hurinui ‘Apa’ Twidle and Kit Laulilii have signed with the club for the 2027 season and beyond.
Twidle has signed for three years (2027,28 & 29), while Laulilii has signed with the Bears for two seasons (2027 & 28).
At 21 years of age, both players have shown enormous early potential as they transition from their respective junior programs into the NRL competition.
Apa and Kit possess the character and skillset required to make an immediate impact for the Bears next season” Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga said.
“Apa is a prodigious talent with who has excelled across multiple positions in the Eels junior pathways system for a long time now”.
“He is highly talented and possesses the work ethic and attitude needed to make an immediate impact in our footy team”.
“Kit is coming back from injury but has shown glimpses already that he has what it takes to make a real difference in the NRL competition.
“It takes a lot of courage for Kit, Luke and the Laulilii family to pack up and move to Perth but I think it speaks volumes for what we are creating in Western Australia”.
Wests Tigers have confirmed that Jarome Luai has activated a clause in his contract, keeping the Samoa star at the club for the 2027 NRL season before joining PNG Chiefs.
Luai, who signed with the Wests Tigers ahead of the 2025 NRL season, advised othe club of his intention to pursue an opportunity elsewhere and the Chiefs have confirmed him as their first signing from 2028.
The star playmaker will depart having already left an indelible mark on the Wests Tigers over the past two seasons, playing a critical role in the club’s rise since his arrival.
The club is looking forward to the impact Luai can have both on and off the field across the remainder of his time at Concord.
Wests Tigers Interim CEO, Shaun Mielekamp commended Luai for both his professionalism and character.
“I’ve really got to credit Jarome for how he’s handled this process, the way he’s communicated with the club and ultimately come to this decision,” Mielekamp said.
“He’s been exceptional since his arrival – which we’ve all witnessed over the past two years – with the quality of his character shining through in a challenging set of circumstances to navigate.
“We’re pleased to have Jarome with us for 2027 and wish him and his family all the best in their eventual next chapter – he’s an important figure at our club and will be held in high regard for many years to come.
“For the meantime, we’re all looking forward to the next 18 months and what we can collectively achieve.”
Wests Tigers NRL head coach, Benji Marshall said Luai would have a significant role to play over the remainder of his time with the club.
“Jarome has been really important in the direction we’ve taken as a group over the past two seasons,” Marshall said.
“He’s still with us for the next 18 months and the role he plays in that journey continues. We’re all looking forward to having him with us during that time.
“Jarome’s a quality human being who is widely respected across our club. I know how difficult this has been for him, but he’s put his family first and we respect his decision.
“I just want to wish Jarome and his family all the best in what’s ahead for them and thank him for the contribution he’s already made to the Wests Tigers.” …..PACNEWS
NZ – RUGBY: PMN PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
Former Sāmoa rugby international wins NZ court appeal in drink drive deportation case
NELSON, 13 MAY 2026 (PMN)—Former Sāmoa international rugby player Sakaria Taulafo has won a High Court appeal after a drink-driving case that placed him at risk of deportation from New Zealand.
The 45-year-old former loosehead prop, who moved to New Zealand from Sāmoa as a teenager and went on to play international rugby, was convicted in the Nelson District Court last year after being caught driving with excess breath alcohol, the report said.
Taulafo was stopped by police in the early hours of the morning in July 2024 after leaving a rugby club, where he admitted to having “six to eight beers”.
An evidential breath test recorded a reading of 600 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath.
Taulafo pleaded guilty and applied for a discharge without conviction, but a community magistrate declined the application, instead fining him $300 and disqualifying him from driving for six months.
A week later, he was issued a deportation liability notice, which placed his immigration status under threat due to his temporary visa conditions.
He appealed the conviction in the District Court but that was also unsuccessful before taking the matter to the High Court.
After hearing the case in Nelson, the High Court has now set aside the conviction and sent the matter back to the District Court for a rehearing.
Justice Jonathan Eaton said there was a “real risk” that a miscarriage of justice may have occurred due to errors in how the earlier appeal was handled, including the failure to properly consider fresh evidence.
The judge said key immigration consequences were not fully assessed at the time, particularly the impact of the deportation liability notice issued after the conviction.
Taulafo, who has strong ties to Nelson’s Pasifika community, moved to New Zealand in 2002 to play school and club rugby before going on to represent Sāmoa at the 2011 Rugby World Cup.
He played for Nelson Rugby Club, Nelson Bays, and the Tasman Makos before continuing his professional career overseas in England and France.
He returned to New Zealand in 2023 and had been living there with established family ties.
Justice Eaton noted that when Taulafo first applied for a discharge without conviction, he was on an Accredited Employer Work Visa and therefore vulnerable to deportation if convicted.
The court heard that immigration advice presented at the time suggested a conviction could increase the risk of removal from New Zealand.
His lawyer argued that both the original decision and the first appeal failed to properly weigh those immigration consequences, particularly after the deportation notice was issued.
Justice Eaton agreed that proper legal process had not been followed in the earlier appeal, saying the consequences of the conviction were not fully examined.
He said that had the correct process been followed, the immigration implications would have been more closely assessed by the court.
“Standing back, I am satisfied that the errors in the process adopted at the first appeal have given rise to the real risk that a miscarriage of justice has occurred,” Justice Eaton said in the NZ Herald report.
He ordered the case be sent back to the District Court for reconsideration…..PACNEWS
PAC – CRICKET: THE NATIONAL PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
Ura’s explosive form powers Barramundis
NISSHIN, 13 MAY 2026 (THE NATIONAL)—Veteran batsman Tony Ura from Hula village in Central’s Rigo district continues to shine for the national men’s cricket team, PNG Barramundis, with outstanding performances at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific (EAP) Qualifier in Japan.
The 36-year-old, who also plays for Raukele Cricket Club under the Port Moresby Cricket Association (PomCA), has been one of PNG’s standout performers, delivering explosive batting displays that helped drive the team into the Super Six stage of the qualifier (May 12-18).
On May 9, Ura produced a sensational unbeaten century against South Korea at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan. His 106 runs from 55 balls, featuring eight boundaries and four sixes at a strike rate of 192.72, guided PNG to a massive 136-run victory.
He shared a dominant 137-run opening stand with Sese Bau, laying the foundation for one of PNG’s strongest performances of the campaign.
The following day (May 10), Ura continued his destructive form against Cook Islands, blasting 74 runs from just 33 deliveries. With five boundaries and six sixes at a strike rate of 224.24, he helped PNG post 204/5 before securing a 49-run win.
His back-to-back match-winning innings have drawn praise from supporters across PNG, especially from his home village of Hula and his club teammates at Raukele. Before departing Port Moresby on May 5, Ura expressed gratitude for the opportunity to represent the country again, promising to give his best for the team, the sport, and the nation.
Now, fans are witnessing those words turned into action on the international stage. As the Barramundis prepare for the Super Six phase, supporters eagerly anticipate more explosive batting from Hula’s very own veteran star….PACNEWS
PNG – RUGBY LEAGUE: THE NATIONAL PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
Warning out on Chiefs. Watson: Money alone won’t ensure success
PORT MORESBY, 13 MAY 2026 (THE NATIONAL) —A national Rugby League (NRL) player, reported by Papua New Guinea and Australian media to be on the PNG Chiefs’ radar, has issued a strong warning to players considering a move to the expansion side.
Speaking on NRL Monday with Andrew Moore on ABC Radio, Sydney Roosters utility Connor Watson said the “life-changing” tax-free contracts linked to the PNG franchise will attract attention but will not guarantee success or happiness.
“The decision must go beyond financial gain and focus on purpose, identity, and commitment,” Watson said. “It can be life-changing for you. But if you’re just going over there for the money, I don’t think you’re either going to last very long or enjoy your time very much.”
Watson said deeper motivation is key for anyone joining the Chiefs.
“You’ve got to make sure there’s also an understanding of who you’re playing for and why you’re doing it,” he said.
His comments reflect growing discussion about balancing financial incentives with cultural responsibility in the Chiefs project. Early speculation around the 19th NRL franchise, including talk of tax-free contracts, initially created excitement among players – particularly following the signing of Wests Tigers playmaker Jarome Luai.
Watson also acknowledged the competitive pressure the Chiefs may place on other expansion hopefuls such as the Perth Bears, with players weighing lifestyle, opportunity, and financial benefits.
While admitting that financial incentives will always play a role in recruitment, Watson stressed they cannot be the only reason for joining a club with such a strong national identity.
“If you’re going to go over there, you’ve got to understand who you’re playing for and why,” he said. “That’s what will make the difference between just being there and actually thriving there.”….PACNEWS
PNG – RUGBY LEAGUE: THE NATIONAL PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
Rise of a 17-year-old. Teen halfback eyes Kumuls future
PORT MORESBY, 13 MAY 2026 (THE NATIONAL)—At just 17 years old, Gulf Academy halfback Joseph Oraka is already dreaming big.
The youngster, born of mixed Gulf and Central parentage, has quickly emerged as one of the most exciting prospects in the PNG Rugby Football League Academy pathway competition. His leadership helped Gulf Academy reach the Under-17 grand final in the club’s debut season.
For Oraka, the journey has been special. This year marks not only his first experience in the academy system but also Gulf Academy’s inaugural campaign.
“It’s really exciting for all of us,” Oraka told The National. “This is the first time for me, my teammates, and the club as a whole. We are thankful to the PNGRFL Academy team for giving us this opportunity.”
Gulf Academy booked their grand final spot after an impressive win over New Guinea Islands last weekend. Oraka credits the team’s success to unity and discipline.
“The good performance came because of teamwork,” he said. “The coaches have been emphasising teamwork since day one, and we believe in that.”
Although many young players dream of starring in the halves, Oraka originally saw himself as a winger. But this season, the coaching staff shifted him into the number seven jersey — a move he now fully embraces.
“My role model is Robert Derby,” he said. “I love playing on the wing, but this year the coaches put me at halfback and I’m loving it here.”
Like countless aspiring players across the country, Oraka carries big ambitions. His ultimate dream is to represent Papua New Guinea at the highest level and wear the famous Kumuls jersey. “My childhood dream is still there,” he said. “I want to represent PNG and play for the Kumuls or the Hunters.”
For now, his focus is on climbing the development pathway step by step. “My short-term goal is to make the Gulf Isou development squad and then, hopefully, debut in the Digicel ExxonMobil Cup,” he said.
“I know it’s tough, but I believe in myself. Discipline is key.”
Oraka also paid tribute to those who continue to support his journey.
“I want to thank my parents and family for supporting me and allowing me to play rugby league,” he said. “I also thank my coaches for seeing potential in me. I’ll do my best to make Gulf proud.”
This weekend, his attention turns to Gulf Academy’s historic Under-17 grand final against Mt Hagen Academy in Port Moresby — their first-ever grand final appearance.
“It’s going to be tough, but we are ready to rip in. Our focus now is on preparations,” he added…..PACNEWS
FIJI – RUGBY LEAGUE: FIJI SUN PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
Ex-Bati star on ‘100 days sober’
SUVA, 13 MAY 2026 (FIJI SUN) —Former Fijian Bati prop Kane Evans who also played for top National Rugby League (NRL) clubs Sydney Roosters and Parramatta Eels has opened up about his emotional journey from battling addiction and sleeping in parks to celebrating 100 days sober.
Now 34, Evans was released by the Warriors back in 2021 and finished his career two years later after a stint in England with Hull FC.
Following his retirement, he opened a Sydney-based coffee shop, Bestic Espresso, with business partner Frank Karipidis, before it closed down last year.
The establishment’s closure coincided with the ex-Fiji international’s life beginning to spiral as he became homeless and struggled with addiction.
Now Evans has revealed on social media that he is on the road to recovery, sharing a number of pictures from the parks where he was sleeping just a few short months ago.
Speaking on Instagram, Evans, who is now working for scaffolding business Oceania Access, said: “What a way to be humbled and feel grateful by waking up early, walking to go visit where I was not so long ago.
“Four months ago, I slept in these parks and moved in the shadows. Tired of fighting the war within, I was hoping to pass away before get-ting the help I needed.
“I thank God that I got there with help from many. To all those who housed me, looked out for me and prayed for me. “Thank you. I love you. 100 days sober.”
Speaking to SUNsports yesterday, FNRL chairman Rajesh Singh said it was very sad to see what Evans went through.
“FNRL stands by our Bati brother, and we urge him to not to give up but to keep fighting back,” he said.
“In my view, once he recovers, we should bring him to Fiji so he could tell his story, which could help a lot of our people who are in similar situations.
“This is not the end of the world for my Bati brother and if he decides to come back then FNRL door is always open to him.”
Glenn told news.com.au: “Damn my brother, that’s strength… to ac-knowledge the struggles but also to
bounce back and show gratitude. Huge.
“Proud of you. keep going. it’s all worth it. and keep telling your story too.”
It comes after Evans recently shared another positive update, saying: “I can’t articulate how hard and rewarding it was checking myself into rehab in order to find understanding, self-love, healing, growth and purpose.
“Letting go of all the energy that didn’t belong to me set me free. I am humbled and grateful. Thank you God and my loved ones.”
Along with pictures from various parks, Evans has also shared images of his health eating and impressive physique.
His shape was praised online, with some social media users even claiming he “could play in the NRL” now.
While his rugby league career is behind him, Evans is still poised to return to the sporting arena in a very different way.
The ex-NRL man has been confirmed as a competitor in Australia’s new boxing format “World Bare Knuckle Fighting”.
“I’m very blessed for the opportunity and I can’t wait to throw some hands,” Evans said….PACNEWS
FIJI – RUGBY: FBC SPORTS PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
Naduvalo headlines global stars for 2026 Rugby Premier League
SUVA, 13 MAY 2026 (FBC SPORTS)—Fiji 7s flyer, Vuiviwa Naduvalo, is set to light up the 2026 Rugby Premier League after being named among a star-studded lineup featuring some of the world’s best HSBC SVNS Series players.
The competition will run from June 16th to 28th in Hyderabad, India.
Naduvalo heads into the tournament after finishing as joint top try-scorer during the regular SVNS season alongside South Africa speedster Shilton van Wyk, with Fiji and the Blitzboks dominating much of the international sevens circuit this year.
Naduvalo will suit up for the Kolkata Banga Tigers alongside New Zealand star Brady Rush, South Africa’s Ricardo Duarte, and USA players Lucas Lacamp and Aaron Cummings.
Meanwhile, van Wyk has been named in the Bengaluru Bravehearts squad with All Blacks Sevens stars Akuila Rokolisoa and Ngarohi McGarvey-Black, as well as Australia’s Henry Hutchison.
Defending champions Chennai Bulls have retained Fijians Joseva Talacolo and Filipe Sauturaga after their dominant title-winning campaign last season.
The 2026 competition will also make history with the introduction of a women’s league for the first time, with former World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year nominee Reapi Ulunisau among the big names selected.
Organisers say the expansion marks a major step forward for rugby development and women’s participation in the sport….PACNEWS
PAC – RUGBY LEAGUE: FIJI TIMES PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
$1m boost | FNRL targets school rugby growth
DUVA, 13 MAY 2026 (FIJI TIMES) —Fiji National Rugby League board chairman Rajesh Singh says more than $1 million (US$500,000) will be invested into primary and secondary schools rugby league development following the successful Vodafone Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby League finals last Saturday.
Singh said the competition highlighted the growing depth of young rugby league talent in the country, especially with all three grades crowning new champions this year.
He revealed that discussions with the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the National Rugby League would bring major support for the development of the sport in Fiji.
“The good news is I have spoken to Australia Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the National Rugby League, so there will be funding coming, and we will be pouring a lot of money,” Singh said.
“We’re going to go right to primary school, secondary school and we’re going to go into three conferences, East, West and North Conference.
“So, the game will grow. We’ll put over a million dollars just on the primary and secondary schools.”
Singh said the finals showcased the huge potential of young players coming through the system and believes the competition will strengthen the future of Fiji rugby league.
“I think the most important thing is there’s so much talent out here.
“Every game I attended, every day you see new players coming up, good talent, and we have a good base of players.
“I think that will help for the Fiji Bati and also for Fiji’s New South Wales Cup team.”
Singh also praised the hosting of the finals in Ba, saying the venue created a great atmosphere for the competition.
“This is a beautiful stadium; I’m vasu i Ba, my mum is from here; it’s a nice and beautiful stadium.”
He also hinted at future plans to include Ba in the provincial rugby league competition next year….PACNEWS
AUST – RUGBY LEAGUE: AAP PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
Off-contract Parramatta prop addresses NRL future
SYDNEY, 13 MAY 2026 (AAP)—Junior Paulo can’t see himself playing in the NRL for anyone other than Parramatta and has indicated he has little appetite to finish his career at a start-up franchise.
Paulo showed in the Eels’ dramatic 33-30 win over North Queensland last Friday that, at age 32, he is still fighting for every inch.
The Samoan international was able to get a finger to a 79th-minute field goal attempt from Jake Clifford that sent the ball into the post and the game to golden point.
The Samoan international slimmed down over the off-season to keep pace with the modern game and has been an ever-present for Jason Ryles’ side, who face Melbourne in Magic Round on Saturday.
Paulo is off contract at the end of this season and given his leadership qualities would be an obvious target for the Perth Bears, who enter the NRL next season, and the PNG Chiefs the year after.
But that isn’t on the radar for the Parramatta big man, who declared his intention is to see out his career in blue and gold.
“I’m hoping to stay but that’s something that’s out of my hands,” Paulo said.
“My manager will look after it with the club and I’m sure they’ll be in conversations sometime soon.
‘This is home for me and this is exactly where I want to be.
“I feel if I’m still playing good enough footy and hopefully I get to keep on playing.
“I enjoy where I’m at and for me that’s trying to play some good footy and get back to the footy team that we know we’re capable of being.”
Paulo has been one of the few constants over the last 18 months under Ryles, who has overseen a roster overhaul in his short time at Parramatta.
While the Eels (4-6) missed the finals last year and sit 14th ahead of their clash with the Storm, Paulo can see the green shoots of Ryles’ investment in youth.
“I think it (the club) is in a great position, you look from top to bottom and see the progression of our juniors that have been coming through,” Paulo said.
“Rylesy and all the other staff have been doing a good job in developing these guys and making them ready for first grade.
“There’s a difference between being an NRL player and then someone who just plays NRL.
“We’re trying to create a culture here where we’re able to develop these guys and see them in the NRL soon,” he said…PACNEWS
PAC – RUGBY: RNZ PACIFIC PACNEWS: Wed 13 May 2026
Moana Pasifika players must write their own story despite off-field uncertainly
Opinion by Iliesa Tora
WELLINGTON, 13 MAY 2026 (RNZ PACIFIC)— Moana Pasifika lost their 11th game for the season on Saturday when they went down 50-17 to the Hurricanes in North Harbour.
It is in stark contrast to their performance 12 months ago, where they almost made the top six play-off. Today, they sit firmly at the bottom of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific table, with just 4 points out of 12 games and a points difference of -291.
While the off-field uncertainty about their future could be blamed in causing unnecessary pressure and anxiety on the players, it’s the on-field decisions and critical mistakes that also stand out.
For instance, three consecutive penalties were awarded to them during the game at one point, but instead of going for the three points each times, the team decided to go for the lineout once and twice for set moves.
All attempts proved futile and they gave up the opportunity to register at least nine points in the game, when the scoreline was more respectful.
Hurricanes, on the other hand, turned those turnover possession into points down the opposite end of the field.
Of course, Moana Pasifika have some new players who were playing in their first Super Rugby Pacific season, and were without other experienced players who were out injured. Every other team in the competition have the same challenges in those areas.
But they have learned fast and are quick to rectify their early mistakes from the early rounds so that they are more competitive in the last lap so to speak.
Unfortunately, it has not been the same for Moana Pasifika as they continue to falter and go short all the time.
It’s the same mistakes, the same sentiments shared post-match, yet, nothing seems to be changing, at least majority of the time.
What next?
Moana Pasifika only have two more games in their 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season. They have a bye this week before they host the Queensland Reds at home next week. They will travel to Canberra for their penultimate game of the season against the ACT Brumbies.
With their future still in the balance, it would do the team well to go all out and finish on a high. Not close but finish winning at least against the Reds at home in Albany.
Not since their opening game win against the Drua in Lautoka – almost 14 weeks ago – has the team celebrated victory.
Their fans have stayed with them throughout the campaign, although a depleted crowd turned up to watch the battle against the Hurricanes on Saturday.
The team owe it to their fans to give them something to celebrate, even if it is for the last time, at home in North Harbour next week.
Make the right decisions
critical for right decision making all the time, especially when you have worked so hard to be in the opposition’s 22 zone, with the opportunity to score three, five or seven points.
Kickable penalties should be the option to go within range and if the lineout option is taken then that must be played out with precision – no mistake allowed.
Leaders need to step-up
The call for the team’s leaders and senior players to step up must be done. It’s the leaders on the field that hold the pieces together. If they step up and tick then the going will be easier. But if they do not shine then the load gets heavier.
Play for pride
If there’s something that the team can play for it must be for pride. Pride in what the jersey represents, pride in what they mean to the Pasifika community at large, pride in what they mean as a team.
Basics, basics, basics
But to get the result, getting back to the basics and doing them right is a must. That should be automatic now for players playing at the Super Rugby level, so we think.
But that has not been the case. The dropped passes when there’s a step away from the tryline, the wayward pass that went forward when the overlap was on, or the flick pass in a tackle that went to ground when it should have been held and play set up again.
Tuned on players, especially under pressure, is critical, so they are able to remember these basics and not kill the momentum they have built up over various phases.
Moana Pasifika will continue to play under pressure because of the uncertainty surrounding them.
But the players on the field can decide to write their own story in the face of those challenges.
It’s not going to be easy but it can be done.
Meanwhile, the Hurricanes have shot clear to the top of the competition again with their win, while the Chiefs stay second following their 31-21 victory over the Reds in Brisbane on Friday night. In other results, defending champs the Crusaders proved too strong for the Blues at the One NZ Stadium, winning 36-20 on Friday night, the Chiefs beat the Reds 31-21, Highlanders beat the Waratahs 31-26 in Dunedin and the Brumbies claimed the Force’s scalp with a 32-15 scoreline in round 13 of the competition….PAC
