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Moana Pasifika have looked to their Miracle-man to lead them in the absence of one of the best players in the world this season

Moana Pasifika have looked to their Miracle-man to lead them in the absence of one of the best players in the world this season

13 January 2026

Loose forward Miracle Faiilagi will lead the side in this year's Super Rugby campaign, while Ardie Savea plays in Japan.

Faiilagi has been with Moana since 2023 after being plucked out of a World Rugby combine in Samoa the year before.

Moana open their campaign on February 14th in Lautoka against the Fijian Drua.

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