Australia to Host New Zealand in Pacific Championships Final
Auckland, New Zealand – November 18, 2023 – Australia will face New Zealand in the inaugural Pacific Championships final on Saturday, November 18th, at Eden Park in Auckland. This marks the culmination of a groundbreaking tournament designed to elevate Pacific Island rugby and provide a pathway for Test matches.
The Pacific championships, featuring Australia, New Zealand, samoa, Tonga, fiji, and papua New Guinea, aims to foster greater competition and development within the region. The final represents a critically important prospect for both Australia and New zealand to claim the first title and solidify their dominance in the Pacific. The tournament’s structure, dividing teams into two pools followed by a final, provides crucial international experience for emerging Pacific nations alongside established rugby powers.
Fans can watch the final live on Sky Sport in New Zealand and Fox Sports in Australia. Streaming options are also available through various platforms,including Stan Sport in Australia. Kick-off is scheduled for 3:00 PM NZDT (1:00 AM EST).
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