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Apr 2023
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Hopes Moana Pasifika make history in Api...

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A packed out Apia Park in Samoa will be roaring with around 20-thousand Moana Pasifika rugby fans as they march on for their historic Super Rugby Pacific showdown against the Reds on Friday. Senior sports journalist, Iliesa Tora was on the ground covering the event. He spoke with Aaron Mauger ahead of the game.  
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