Moana Pasifika will not play Super Rugby in 2027 after a last-minute bid to rescue the financially troubled franchise failed, New Zealand Rugby said on Wednesday.

Sport NZ said it is working with the appointed liquidators to seek repayment.

New Zealand Rugby has ruled that the $12m plan lacked the financial security it needed.

Moana Pasifika will not play Super Rugby in 2027 after a last-minute bid to rescue the financially troubled franchise failed, New Zealand Rugby said on Wednesday.

The prime minister has poured cold water on the prospect of government support to save Moana Pasifika, after confirmation the Super Rugby franchise will not be involved in next…

NZ Rugby rejected a joint bid by the Samoan and Tongan Governments to save the franchise.

Moana Pasifika will not compete in next year’s Super Rugby Pacific season after New Zealand Rugby rejected multiple bids to save the financially troubled franchise.According to…

While the desire to keep Moana Pasifika alive was there, the money ultimately was not.

Chris Kinraid said the bids did not meet strict criteria to keep Moana Pasifika afloat.