Toa Halafihi’s rugby journey is anything but ordinary. Born in New Zealand with proud Tongan heritage, he followed the traditional Kiwi rugby pathway—until a tough stint in France nearly ended his career. Mentally crushed and ready to walk away from the game, Halafihi was given an unexpected lifeline: a phone call, a coach’s belief, and a second chance in Italy. Now, as a key figure in Italian rugby, Toa opens up to PMN Sports Correspondent James Nokise on his incredible rise, the struggles that almost broke him, and the people who helped him find his way back. This is a story of resilience, redemption, and the power of the right opportunity. This series is produced by PMN News and Pacific Mornings. 00:40 International journey 03:38 Regrets 08:23 Lucky break 12:49 Leadership 15:37 Six Nations

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