Chiefs prove too strong for Moana Pasifika in nine-try win
A fast start and relentless attacking pressure see the Chiefs score nine tries to secure a comfortable Super Rugby Pacific victory.
pmn.co.nzHere’s the latest I can provide from recent reports up to now.
Summary of recent results: The Chiefs have dominated Moana Pasifika in their most recent meetings, including high-scoring wins in 2025 and 2026, with some blowout margins. This pattern has kept the Chiefs atop Super Rugby Pacific in those fixtures, while Moana Pasifika have struggled to keep pace in these head-to-head games.[4][5][7]
Context on location and scheduling: Some matches involving Moana Pasifika and the Chiefs were moved or scheduled in New Zealand due to logistical issues, with the 2025 fixture originally set for Tonga relocating to Pukekohe for that round. This affected travel for Moana Pasifika but ensured the game could be played.[2]
Notable single-game performances: In several meetings, the Chiefs have posted scores well above Moana Pasifika, including convincing margins that reflect the Chiefs’ championship-caliber readiness for playoff pushes. Moana Pasifika have shown resilience but often trailed by large margins at halftime or early in matches.[7][4]
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A fast start and relentless attacking pressure see the Chiefs score nine tries to secure a comfortable Super Rugby Pacific victory.
pmn.co.nzA first-half bloodbath made way for an enthralling finish in Pukekohe on Friday night, as Moana Pasifika chipped away at a 36-point deficit.
www.rugbypass.comThe Chiefs are looking to lock in a top-seed finish to the Super Rugby regular season, but the road to doing so goes through Moana Pasifika.
www.rugbypass.comFull match report, highlights, and analysis of the Super Rugby Pacific draw between Chiefs and Moana Pasifika at FMG Stadium Waikato on April 6, 2024
www.rugby.com.auThe Chiefs proved their championship pedigree in Hamilton on Saturday night, with an outright romp seeing them put 70 points on Moana Pasifika.
www.rugbypass.comThe Chiefs thrashed Moana Pasifika 85-7 last night in the Super Rugby Pacific match with a dominant performance and went back to the top of the Super
www.fijivillage.comMoana Pasifika's Super Rugby Pacific match against the Chiefs on March 21, 2025, has been relocated from Tonga to Pukekohe, New Zealand due to logistical challenges. CEO Debbie Sorensen highlighted the team's commitment to playing in the Pacific Islands and plans to reschedule a game in Tonga in 2026, ensuring continued support for regional rugby development.
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