Kini Stars as Kiwis Defeat Tonga
New Zealand fullback Keano Kini played a key role in a 40-14 Pacific Cup win over Tonga.
The Kiwis' victory was built on a dominant pack and impressive displays by Kini and five-eighth Dylan Brown.
- New Zealand will face Samoa in the Pacific Cup final.
- Tonga's Eliesa Katoa was taken to hospital after suffering a head knock during the warm-up.
Coach Kristian Woolf said Katoa did not require a concussion test after hitting the turf before the match.
Tonga needed to win by 18 points to qualify for the final but were never in contention.
Author's summary: Kiwis dominate Tonga 40-14.