Tonga triumphed yesterday, Saturday, October 2nd, over the New Zealand Kiwis in a nail-biting Pacific Championships clash. In a thrilling showdown at Auckland’s Go Media Stadium, Tonga XIII edged past the New Zealand Kiwis with a 25-24 victory in Week 3 of the Pacific Championships. Both teams showcased impressive skill, with each side scoring four tries, keeping fans on the edge of their seats throughout the intense match. Tonga XIII's Sione Katoa opened the scoring in the second minute, followed by tries from Addin Fonua-Blake, Siliva Havili, and Soni Luke, demonstrating Tonga's early momentum. New Zealand responded with tries from Isaiah Papali’i, Keano Kini, Phoenix Crossland, and Joseph Tapine, leveling the game at critical moments. Despite New Zealand's perfect conversion rate, thanks to Jamayne Isaako’s accuracy, Tonga managed to gain a slight edge with a field goal from Isaiya Katoa in the 75th minute, which ultimately clinched the win. Tonga’s victory marks an impressive achievement as they head to the Cup Final, bringing significant pride to their team and fans. Both sides displayed impressive teamwork, resilience, and determination, setting the stage for a riveting conclusion to the Pacific Championships.