Miracle Faiilagi takes the mantle as the Moana Pasifika leader for season 2026 which caps off his incredible rise from Samoan club rugby to the biggest stage in the world. Sam & Tinirau chat to Faiilagi about what he learned from those early days as a teenager playing against men on the rough field in Vailele, how his family reacted to the captaincy news, why he chose to play for Manu Samoa in their recent World Cup qualification and more. There's also a bumper Coral Coast 7s tournament to reflect on, a couple more Pasifika Perth Bears signings and a look at the All Blacks coaching questions. NB: Miracle Faiilagi interview starts 27:20