Super Rugby Pacific — Saturday 09 May 2026

The scoreboard reads 50-17, a figure that tells the story of an overwhelming Hurricanes performance against Moana Pasifika. Josh Moorby was the primary weapon, ripping in four tries across the 11th, 22nd, 52nd, and 69th minutes, delivering a clinic in brutal efficiency. The Canes controlled the pace for much of the second half, building upon a shaky 19-5 halftime deficit, while Moana Pasifika gave everything they had trying to salvage a second win of the season. Despite a solid effort, culminating in a try double from winger Tuna Tuitama, the Pacific side could not stop the mounting points total. The victory solidifies the Hurricanes’ grip on the competition lead, giving them 45 points from nine wins in 11 matches—five points clear of the Chiefs, who also boast nine wins from 11.