Northern Edition

Select Edition

Northern Northern
Southern Southern
Global Global
New Zealand New Zealand
France France

Moana Pasifika adamant: 'We won't be playing any make-up games the next few weeks'

Sekope Kepu. (Photo by Andrew Cornaga/Photosport)

Moana Pasifika are taking the positives out of their fourth Covid-forced Super Rugby Pacific match postponement, saying they’re bristling with energy ahead of Saturday’s clash with Melbourne.

ADVERTISEMENT

The competition newcomers were left sitting in the stands of AAMI Park during Super Round last weekend after Western Force were unable to play due to Covid-19 cases.

It was the fourth postponement for Moana Pasifika, leading to coach Aaron Mauger to call for competition bosses to follow the lead of UK counterparts and make teams forfeit if they’re unable to field a team due to Covid-19.

Video Spacer

Looking back at Super Rugby’s inaugural Super Round.

Video Player is loading.
Current Time 0:00
Duration 42:06
Loaded: 0.79%
Stream Type LIVE
Remaining Time 42:06
 
1x
    • Chapters
    • descriptions off, selected
    • captions off, selected
    • en (Main), selected
    Video Spacer

    Looking back at Super Rugby’s inaugural Super Round.

    Due to the backlog, the New Zealand-based club has already had to play their last six matches in a 23-day period and they are reportedly considering pushing for the Force to give up their points due to the tight scheduling of the competition.

    On Thursday, Mauger said it wasn’t his call to make.

    “We’re just really focused on this game against the Rebels and we really want to set ourselves up to be in a good position to attack the second half of the competition,” he said.

    “I know we won’t be playing any make-up games the next few weeks.”

    Mauger said the enforced weekend off had an upside ahead of their return to AAMI Park where they will gun for their second win of the season.

    “We have had an opportunity to freshen up and spend some time together socially as a team,” the former All Blacks centre said.

    ADVERTISEMENT

    “I certainly noticed the energy of the guys coming into the start of this week for a big game against the Rebels – it was a lot higher than what would normally be.

    “We just had to look at the positives and really turn our attention to this game against the Rebels, which is going to be another big challenge.”

     

    View this post on Instagram

     

    A post shared by RugbyPass (@rugbypass)

    ADVERTISEMENT

    In a boost for the visitors, captain Sekope Kepu returns from a collarbone injury.

    Fellow ex-Wallaby Christian Lealiifano will be at five-eighth.

    Melbourne, who also have two wins to sit ninth, welcome the return of giant prop Pone Fa’amausili, who has been sidelined thr ough the season with a calf injury.

    Mauger said that while the Rebels suffered a 42-17 loss to the Crusaders in Super Round, they showed their grit to only trail by four at halftime.

    “We went to watch the Rebels play last week live and they did a lot of things really well,” he said.

    “They had the Crusaders under a lot of pressure at times, especially with their big pack … using the physicality to get their team on the front foot.

    “The other thing I was impressed with was their scramble [defence] – they’re a team that plays for each other so we know it’s going to be tough.”

    – Melissa Woods

    ADVERTISEMENT

    HSBC SVNS Singapore 2025 | Day Two Men's Highlights

    HSBC SVNS Singapore 2025 | Day Two Women's Highlights

    Jet Lag: The biggest challenge facing international sports? | The Report

    Boks Office | Episode 39 | The Investec Champions Cup is back

    Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry? | New Zealand & Australia | Sevens Wonders | Episode 5

    Kobelco Kobe Steelers vs Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo | Japan Rugby League One 2024/25 | Full Match Replay

    The Rise of Kenya | The Report

    The Fixture: How This Rugby Rivalry Has Lasted 59 Years

    Trending on RugbyPass

    Comments

    0 Comments
    Be the first to comment...

    Join free and tell us what you really think!

    Sign up for free
    ADVERTISEMENT

    Latest Features

    Comments on RugbyPass

    N
    Natashajason 2 hours ago
    Geoff Parling: An Englishman roasting the Lions?

    TRACE HACKER'S CRYPTO RECOVERY IS A GENUINE CRYPTO RECOVERY COMPANY


    It was a cold morning when I first realized the full extent of my loss. I had invested 150,000 euros into an online crypto platform, believing in their promises and the allure of quick financial success. But as the days passed, I discovered it was all a scam. My money was gone, and with it, my dreams of financial security.

    The feeling of helplessness and devastation was overwhelming. I tried everything to recover my funds contacting authorities, searching for solutions online, and connecting with others who had been through similar scams—but nothing seemed to work. I felt completely lost, as though there was no way back.One Sunday, feeling utterly defeated, I decided to visit Grace Church in Dublin, Ireland. I was searching for some peace and comfort. During the service, I shared my story with the congregation, explaining how I had been scammed and lost everything. I didn’t expect much—just a chance to speak to someone.

    Afterward, a fellow parishioner came up to me. He had been listening closely, and after hearing my situation, he shared that he had once been in a similar place.

    He had fallen victim to a scam too, and like me, thought his money was gone for good. But someone had recommended a service called TRACE HACKER'S CRYPTO RECOVERY to him. He decided to reach out to them, and with their help, he had managed to recover his lost funds.

    He suggested I contact them, believing they could help me too.

    Though I was skeptical, I was also desperate, so I wrote down their contact information. That evening, I called TRACE HACKER'S CRYPTO RECOVERY. From the moment we spoke, I felt a sense of professionalism and empathy that I hadn’t encountered before. They didn’t treat me like just another case. They listened to my story, took my concerns seriously, and reassured me that they would do everything they could to help.The recovery process was detailed and transparent. They kept me updated regularly, explaining each step they were taking. Weeks passed, and though I was anxious, I held onto hope. Then, out of nowhere, I received the incredible news: TRACE HACKER'S CRYPTO RECOVERY had successfully recovered 95% of my 150,000 euros. It felt like a miracle. I couldn’t believe it. Thanks to the team at TRACE HACKER'S CRYPTO RECOVERY, I was able to regain my financial footing and rebuild emotionally. I’m now more cautious than ever, but I’m also deeply grateful.

    Without the kind recommendation from that parishioner at Grace Church, I would never have found the help I so desperately needed.

    Today, I’m on the path to full recovery, and I can confidently say that TRACE HACKER'S CRYPTO RECOVERY gave me a second chance.

    Their dedication and expertise truly made all the difference in my life.

    Email:support @ tracehackerscryptorecovery. com

    Email: info @ tracehackerscryptorecovery. com

    Whatsapp: +447 35570 2876

    Website:https:// tracehackers cryptorecovery. com/

    44 Go to comments
    LONG READ
    LONG READ 'Leinster are almost in McIlroy at the Masters territory' 'Leinster are almost in McIlroy at the Masters territory'
    Search