(FILES) A file photo taken on May 17, 2024 shows Danny Toala of Moana Pasifika (C) being tackled by Hurricanes' Justin Sangster during the Super Rugby match between the Wellington Hurricanes and Moana Pasifika at Sky Stadium in Wellington. Moana Pasifika confirmed on April 15, 2026 the Super Rugby franchise will fold at the end of the season, citing "financial, operational, and strategic realities". The team's 60 players and staff, led by coach Tana Umaga, were informed of the closure on April 14. (Photo by GRANT DOWN / AFP via Getty Images)