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Dua Moana Pasifika Rugby Podcast · Jeremy Lardner

Friday Warm Up - Super Rugby Pasifik - Round 7 feat William Havili

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Tanumanga joins the All Blacks coaching staff, and Fijian Dua parts ways with development player Angelo Smith.
The episode begins with an acknowledgment of traditional custodians and a welcome to the Dua Moana Pasifika Rugby Podcast. Host Jeremy introduces the Friday warm-up format, focusing on Round 7 of Super Rugby Pacific and the upcoming Wallaroos vs. Fijiana test match. He shares news items, including Tanumanga's confirmed role as All Blacks defence coach and Tamari Ellison's appointment as New Zealand Maldi head coach. Jeremy details the mutual departure of Angelo Smith from Fijian Dua, urging fans to avoid speculation and show compassion. He runs through the weekend's fixtures, providing team lists for Moana Pasifika, Fijian Dua, and the women's test teams. The interview with William Havili covers his physical condition, team resilience, pride in reaching 50 caps, and technical areas for improvement. Havili emphasizes fan support and the home atmosphere at North Harbour Stadium. Jeremy returns to preview matches, offering tips with self-deprecating humor. He predicts Moana Pasifika will break their losing streak against the Highlanders and boldly backs Fijian Dua to beat the Blues at Eden Park. The episode closes with calls for subscriptions, reviews, and community sharing.

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A warm, specific rugby preview with a clear Pacifica point of view.

This episode works as a Friday reset: it moves from around-the-ground news into Round 7 of Super Rugby Pacific, then lands on the Wallaroos and Fijiana team lists before a chat with Willie Havili. The best part is how it keeps the rugby human.

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Press play for a Friday warm-up in round seven of Super Rugby Pacific, with team news, the Vuvale Bowl, and a Willie Havili sit-down.

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