Rugby sevens legend, Waisale Serevi was one out of the sevens Pasifika sporting legends that were acknowledged at the inaugural Pasifika Rugby Hall of Fame held at Eden Park in Auckland.

Pasifika Rugby Chairperson La’auli Sir Michael Jones is excited to begin the Hall of Fame’s journey at a ground that has showcased so much amazing rugby by Pasifika players and is the spiritual home of rugby. 

“The first seven inductees have individually made such huge contributions to rugby here in Aotearoa, the Pacific region and globally – their influence on our beloved game and our communities has been phenomenal.

“They have greatly enhanced the profile of Pasifika rugby across the world, and they continue to inspire the next generation of Pasifika rugby players.”

The inaugural inductees:
Seiuli Fiao’o Fa’amausili
The late Papali’itele Peter Fatialofa
Muliagatele Brian Lima
The late Jonah Lomu
Waisale Serevi
George Smith
Tuifa’asisina Sir Bryan Williams