How the rise of Pasifika nations is transforming rugby league

from ABC SPORT Daily · host Australian Broadcasting Corporation

When Samoa and Tonga clash this weekend in the Pacific Championships, the teams will be teeming with players who could be wearing the green and gold in England. Increasingly, stars like Payne Haas and Robert Toia are choosing their Pasifika heritage, but far from compromising international rugby league it's enriching the game at the highest level. Featured: Sam Wykes, host, That Pacific Sports Show. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

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