Moana Pasifika coach Aaron Mauger has opted for the tried and tested for next year's Super Rugby Pacific season, naming just one uncapped player in the squad for 2023.
Both teams enter the match with just one win under their belt and are searching for a second to reignite their respective seasons. The match will be the start of a significant rivalry between the two Pacific Island teams.
Moana Pasifika have made nine changes to their starting team as they eye back-to-back Super Rugby Pacific victories over the Hurricanes in Wellington on Tuesday.
Moana Pasifika have scored a historic 24-19 win over the Hurricanes at Mt Smart - who were their best performers in the victory?
Three players will make their debuts for Moana Pasifika against the Hurricanes at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland on Friday.
Moana Pasifika hosted the Chiefs at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland for their first home game for round five of Super Rugby Pacific. How did they perform in defeat?
After a promising first-up performance against the Crusaders earlier this month, head coach Aaron Mauger has retained the bulk of the Moana Pasifika starting line-up for this Friday's clash with the Chiefs.
How did the Moana Pasifika players perform in their inaugurual appearance in Super Rugby?
Moana Pasifika has named its side for its Super Rugby Pacific debut against the Crusaders at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin on Friday.