Former All Black Pita Gus Sowakula has switched international allegiance to Fiji, joining their squad for the 2025 Autumn Nations Series. This move comes after the Worcester Warriors player was named in the squad, which will tour the northern hemisphere, facing England, France, and Spain in November. Sowakula, who hasn't played for New Zealand since 2022, previously earned two caps for the All Blacks but was later snubbed. He's one of three new faces in Fiji's squad, alongside props Tim Hoyt and Atunaisa Sokobale. The team is in high spirits after a recent victory over Japan in the 2025 Pacific Nations Cup final. Meanwhile, All Black Richie Mo'unga, who recently signed with New Zealand Rugby, will not be changing countries. Mo'unga, a fly-half, is set to return from Japan in 2026, competing for an All Blacks place ahead of the World Cup in Australia. His agent confirms that he turned down an approach from Tonga, focusing on his commitment to the All Blacks. The Fiji squad for the Autumn Nations Series includes Haereti Hetet, Mesake Doge, Eroni Mawi, Samuela Tawake, and others. This development highlights the complex world of international rugby, where players' allegiances can shift, and nations compete for talent.
