Moana Pasifika sign Wallabies prop Pone Fa'amausili for 2025 season

Moana Pasifika have announced the signing of Wallabies prop Moana Pasifika ahead of the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season.

Fa'amausili made his professional rugby debut with provincial side Melbourne Rising in 2017 and made his Super Rugby debut with Melbourne Rebels a year later.

With the Rebels entering into the administration, the 27-year-old had a stint with Waratahs in the 2024 season and also has featured in seven Tests for the Wallabies since making his international debut in 2022.

"I'm extremely excited at the opportunity ahead with Moana Pasifika, to be able to share my knowledge and experiences and also learn from a talented group of men," said Fa'amausili.

"Being able to learn from a coach like Tana (Umaga) is really exciting.

"Joining a team like Moana allows me to connect with my culture and represent my people which is really important and will be special to do so for my family."

Moana Pasifika head coach Fa'alogo Tana Umaga is delighted to secure the services of Fa'amausili.

"He is a powerful player who brings physicality and experience...(and) further strengthens our pack."