Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week - Rd 6
The best Draft Rugby Fantasy Scorers for round 6 of Super Rugby
Intro
Round 6 was a clinical demonstration of why we prioritize volume and work-rate over highlight reels. While the Hurricanes’ electric backline continues to treat the scoreboard like a pinball machine, the real separation in head-to-head matchups is happening in the trenches. With the Casualty Ward claiming heavy hitters like Dalton Papali’i and Daniel Rona, the Trade Window has become a game of survival. If you weren’t scouring for high-volume anchors like Elia Canakaivata or the fresh-legged dominance of a returning George Bell, you’re likely falling behind in your league standings.
Team of the Week
1: Aidan Ross – Prop, Reds (44 pts)
Ross provided a masterclass in efficiency. In just 47 minutes, he recorded 5 dominant carries; a metric that is absolute gold for props in our scoring engine. With the Reds navigating a tricky Pacific tour, Ross’s ability to win 6 scrums while maintaining a high defensive work-rate (10 tackles) makes him a premier front-row asset.
2: George Bell – Hooker, Crusaders (89 pts)
Bell is officially back and punishing anyone who left him on the waiver wire after his early-season injury scares. A monstrous 89-point haul was fueled by a brace of tries and a try assist. Crucially for managers, he went 12/13 at the lineout, proving he’s a “set and forget” elite hooker when fit.
3: Daniel Botha – Prop, Waratahs (44 pts)
The Tahs might be struggling, but Botha is a certified workhorse. He hit 20 rucks and recorded 8 tackles in 58 minutes. Under the 2026 scoring engine, those 20 ruck arrivals provide the high-scoring floor that saves managers during low-try-scoring weeks.
4: Josh Beehre – Lock, Blues (55 pts)
Beehre continues his ascent from a late-round find to a mandatory starter. He led the engine room with 17 tackles and 7 gain-line crosses. With the Blues’ engine room depleted by long-term injuries to the likes of Patrick Tuipulotu, Beehre’s 80-minute consistency is a league-winning trait.
5: Josh Lord – Lock, Chiefs (52 pts)
Lord returned from the Chiefs’ bye week looking refreshed and physically dominant. He secured 7 lineout takes and 12 tackles, providing the “grit” that allowed the Chiefs’ flashy backs to operate. His ability to link play with 9 passes makes him a unique statistical unicorn in the second row.
6: Peter Lakai – Back Row, Hurricanes (82 pts)
Lakai is currently playing at an All-Black-incumbent level. His 82 points were derived from 15 carries, 24 ruck arrivals, and 2 turnovers won. He crossed the gain line 10 times, a level of carry dominance that breaks head-to-head matchups wide open.
7: Miracle Faiilagi – Back Row, Moana Pasifika (71 pts)
The captain led from the front with a massive 16-tackle shift. Faiilagi also secured 4 lineout takes, adding a secondary scoring stream that is rare for a blindside flanker. He remains one of the most consistent high-volume anchors in the competition.
8: Elia Canakaivata – Back Row, Drua (68 pts)
If you want pure relentless involvement, Canakaivata is your man. He recorded a staggering 19 carries for 108 metres, including 17 dominant carries. Those stats are usually reserved for outside backs, but from a No. 8, they represent a massive competitive edge in the back-row slot.
9: Cam Roigard – Scrumhalf, Hurricanes (85 pts)
Roigard continues to justify his status as the premier 9 in the draft. Along with 2 tries and a try assist, he managed the game with 74 passes and 2 turnovers won. He is a high-volume playmaker who provides both a safe floor and a massive ceiling.
10: Declan Meredith – Flyhalf, Brumbies (80 pts)
With solid competition from Wallaby Tane Edmed, Meredith has stepped into a massive role and delivered. 80 points, including a try, a try assist, and 215 kick metres, show he is the immediate fantasy beneficiary of the Brumbies’ injury crisis.
11: Fehi Fineanganofo – Outside Back, Hurricanes (115 pts)
The Player of the Round. Fehi is a certified elite-tier asset who is currently unstoppable in wide channels. A hat-trick of tries, 14 gain-line crosses, and 4 line breaks; this is the kind of volume that wins leagues.
12: Jordie Barrett – Centre, Hurricanes (101 pts)
The captain delivered a performance of sheer physical dominance. 12 dominant carries and 5 line-break assists showcase his role as the Hurricanes’ primary attacking hub. He is a total “cheat code” who scores in every category from distribution to defensive grit.
13: Quinn Tupaea – Centre, Chiefs (94 pts)
Tupaea was a handful for the defence, recording 8 tackle busts and 3 turnovers won. Midfielders who can rack up defensive stats alongside 72 post-contact metres are fantasy gold. He has firmly reclaimed his place as a top-tier centre option.
14: Chay Fihaki – Outside Back, Crusaders (92 pts)
Fihaki is the ultimate utility weapon. Beyond his 2 tries and 2 assists, he assumed goal-kicking duties to slot 4 conversions. An outside back who takes the shots is a must-own asset in the draft format.
15: Will Jordan – Outside Back, Crusaders (73 pts)
Jordan remains the model of consistency, beating 5 defenders and providing 3 line-break assists. Even in a reshuffled Crusaders backline, his ability to create something from nothing ensures a high floor every single week.
Available in your league? (Hidden Gems)
Sid Harvey (NSW Waratahs - Outside Back): He has exploded into fantasy relevance as the Waratahs' exciting new fullback. In Round 6 against the Blues, he delivered a vibrant display highlighted by three first-half line breaks and consistent involvements along the right sideline. Beyond his running game, Harvey provides a secondary scoring stream through goal-kicking, contributing 10 points via two conversions and two penalties in the Sydney clash.
Tevita Ofa (Moana Pasifika - Centre): A primary beneficiary of the significant roster turnover in Moana Pasifika's backline. In Round 6, he demonstrated his ability to finish high-pressure sequences, crossing for a try in the 20th minute following a clinical buildup from the Moana pack. While often utilized as a high-impact reserve, Ofa’s rising stock could open a pathway for him to claim more consistent minutes.
Joji Nasova (Fijian Drua - Centre): A graduate of the Fiji 7s "conveyor belt," Joji Nasova is rapidly establishing himself as the Drua's next breakout star. He joined the professional ranks following a stellar 2025 season where he earned a spot in the SVNS Men's Dream Team and finished as the circuit's joint top scorer. Nasova's transition to the 15-man game has been seamless; during the 2025 Pacific Nations Cup, he beat 22 defenders and recorded a tournament-best 65% tackle evasion rate.
Written by Harry Dale