Rotorua is set to come alive as Manu Samoa take on the Flying Fijians in a much-anticipated rugby test match at 𝐑𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦, 𝐨𝐧 𝟔 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.

Rotorua is set to come alive once again as Manu Samoa take on Fiji in a much-anticipated rugby test match at Rotorua Stadium on 6 September 2025. Rotorua has firmly cemented its place as a world-class destination for major sporting and cultural events. Now, it welcomes another momentous occasion as two Pacific rugby giants go head-to-head in a clash brimming with pride, passion, and power. With Rotorua proudly serving as Samoa’s “home ground away from home,” the city is set to embrace the team with open arms. Known for its rich Māori heritage and deep ties to Pacific communities, Rotorua offers a unique and culturally resonant setting for this international fixture.

As both Samoa and Fiji ramp up preparations for upcoming global competitions, this test match will be a key part of their campaigns. Their long-standing rivalry promises an unforgettable showdown—full of flair, physicality, and fierce national pride.

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐩𝐢 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐚 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫, 𝐒𝐞𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐮 𝐃𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐥𝐚𝐬 𝐍𝐠𝐚𝐮 𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐧:

Lakapi Samoa’s CEO, Seumanu Douglas Ngau Chun, welcomed the announcement, stating: “We are delighted to bring another Samoa home Test Match to New Zealand and specifically to Rotorua, a rugby heartland. While we continue to improve the Apia Stadium facilities in Samoa, we know we will receive support from the Pacific community in New Zealand. Thank you to RotoruaNZ for their support to bring this International game to their region.

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐅𝐢𝐣𝐢 𝐑𝐮𝐠𝐛𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫, 𝐑𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐨 𝐍𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐮:

“We’re looking forward to an epic clash between the Flying Fijians and Manu Samoa in Rotorua in what will no doubt be a thrilling encounter. Matches like these aren’t just about rugby — they’re about pride, heritage, and the enduring bond between Pacific nations. Both teams carry the hopes of their people, and we know they’ll deliver a contest worthy of their traditions.

We wish both sides the very best — may the spirit of the Pacific shine through on and off the field.”

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐰 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐬𝐨𝐧, 𝐂𝐄𝐎 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐍𝐙:

“Rotorua is honoured to host this match and be Manu Samoa’s home away from home. We’re proud to bring the passion and spirit of Pacific rugby to our stadium, offering fans the opportunity to witness an epic game and experience everything Rotorua has to offer.”

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐚 𝐯 𝐅𝐢𝐣𝐢 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝟏𝟎𝐚𝐦 𝐍𝐙 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟐 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝟏𝟎𝐚𝐦 𝐍𝐙 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟓 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓. 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫.

𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐚 𝐯 𝐅𝐢𝐣𝐢 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.