Former All Blacks star Malakai Fekitoa has confirmed his switch of international allegiance to represent Tonga.
Former All Blacks star Malakai Fekitoa has confirmed his switch of international allegiance to represent Tonga.
Former All Blacks star Charles Piutau is reportedly in line to play for Tonga this year, according to a report out of New Zealand.
As it currently stands, Tongan captain Siale Piatua will play his final Test match on Sunday in Osaka when Tonga go to war with the USA. A familial connection could lead to him potentially donning the red jersey in the future, however.
Here's how the All Blacks rated in their 92-7 thrashing of Tonga at Waikato Stadium in Hamilton.
Follow all the action from the World Cup warm-up match on the RugbyPass live blog as the All Blacks host Tonga at Waikato Stadium in Hamilton.
Well-travelled former Wallaby Cooper Vuna has been restored to Tonga's wing for their final Rugby World Cup warmup Test against the All Blacks in Hamilton.
Three-test loose forward Nasi Manu has completed a remarkable comeback from testicular cancer to be named in Tonga's 31-man World Cup squad.
Japan wore black armbands in honour of coach Jamie Joseph’s late mother as they secured a win in Higashiosaka City that was as comfortable as the scoreline suggests.
The jury is still out on whether Tim Nanai-Williams will make it as an international No 10.
