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Flying Fijians crowned back-to-back champions at the end of a thrilling, momentum-swinging final against Japan.

The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2025, with Finals Day confirmed for Saturday, 20 September at America First Field in Salt Lake City.

Canada has now officially qualified for the semi-finals and joins Fiji, Tonga & Japan as the fourth nation from the Pacific region to secure their place at the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027, following Japan’s win against the USA (47-21) in the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup

Following Fiji’s win over Samoa in the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup, Tonga have now officially qualified for the semi-finals and joins Fiji as the second nation from the Pacific Islands to secure their place at Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027.

The Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2025 enters its decisive third week with semi-final qualification still wide open. As the pool phase reaches its climax, only Fiji has secured a place in the final four, ensuring a thrilling weekend of international rugby ahead. Every match in week three will play a critical role in determining which nations advance and move one step closer to not only Pacific Nations Cup glory, but Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 qualification.

Emirates World Rugby Match Officials will lead two in-depth referee development clinics being held in Denver and Salt Lake City during the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2025 Finals.

The wait is almost over for rugby fans in the Pacific and North America, with the Pacific Nations Cup 2025 kicking off on Friday, 22 August – and there is the extra incentive of Men's Rugby World Cup 2027 qualification to play for.

With just one month to go, the Pacific Nations Cup 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most significant editions in the tournament’s history.

World Rugby is partnering with Nine Entertainment to build the ultimate rugby union destination for fans in Australia, showcasing the sport like never before.

World Rugby has officially announced the full schedule for the Pacific Nations Cup 2025 (22 August - 20 September), the second edition of the revitalised and expanded competition that is fast becoming a pillar of the international rugby calendar.