The Kiwis make a triumphant return with an impressive win against Tonga. It was another wonderful occasion at Mt Smart, with a tremendous 27,000 strong crowd, as the Kiwis outclassed a youthful Mate Ma'a Tonga outfit to win 26-6. The emotion of the occasion was evident from the national anthems, especially for Smith and Kiwis debutant Marata Niukore. The Kiwis beat Tonga 26-6 in their return to Mt Smart Stadium. Kiwis 26 (Jahrome Hughes, Jordan Rapana, Ronaldo Mulitalo, Isaiah Papali'i tries; Rapana 4 cons, pen)Tonga 6 (Sione Katoa try; Kotoni Staggs conversion)HT: 20-6

Source: Stuff June 25, 2022 20:04 UTC