Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week - Rd 15
The best Draft Rugby Fantasy Scorers for round 15 of Super Rugby
Intro
Round 15 was a clinical demonstration of why squad depth and late-season trades decide titles as we hit the penultimate round of the regular season. With the playoff picture nearing its final form, the Crusaders fought to stay alive against the Chiefs in Christchurch, while the Hurricanes aimed to lock up the minor premiership against the Highlanders. But the big story for fantasy managers was the massive wave of returns from the Casualty Ward, with Brumbies enforcer Allan Alaalatoa, Reds general Tate McDermott, and Crusaders superstar Will Jordan all thrust back into the action. With only one round left of the regular season, navigating the Trade Window is the only way to save your campaign. If you didn't secure the high-volume workhorses who dominated the trenches this week, you’re likely chasing your league-mates for a spot in the finals.
Team of the Week
1: Allan Alaalatoa – Prop, Brumbies (78 pts)
Returned from a calf injury and immediately reminded managers why he’s a premier front-row asset. In just 54 minutes of action, Alaalatoa recorded 15 tackles, won 7 scrums, and scored a crucial close-range try. In our scoring engine, a front-row prop delivering this level of physical grit is pure fantasy gold.
2: Samisoni Taukei’aho – Hooker, Chiefs (75 pts)
A monstrous performance from the premium Chiefs hooker. Taukei’aho went to work with a staggering 18 carries (9 over the gain line) and 20 ruck arrivals. Adding a try and 11 successful lineout throws to his stat line, he remains a “set and forget” anchor for any pack.
3: Misinale Epenisa – Prop, Force (49 pts)
With the Western Force front row tested by late-season injuries, Epenisa stepped up with a relentless 57-minute shift. He recorded 14 tackles and 20 ruck arrivals, providing the massive scoring floor managers crave from a workhorse prop.
4: Josh Canham – Lock, Reds (82 pts)
Canham marked his return to the field with an absolutely towering performance. Playing the full 80 minutes, he stuffed the stat sheet with a try, 12 tackles, 20 ruck arrivals, and 9 lineout takes. His ability to dominate the set-piece and provide a safe scoring ceiling makes him a top-tier asset.
5: Jamie Hannah – Lock, Crusaders (69 pts)
Hannah continues to be an engine-room marvel in the Crusaders’ second row. Hit a round-high 35 rucks and secured 19 tackles to complement a well-earned try and 6 lineout takes. Under our position-specific scoring system, this level of relentless involvement is a league-winning trait.
6: Brayden Iose – Back Row, Hurricanes (94 pts)
Iose was a human wrecking ball in the Hurricanes’ rampant win, racking up a massive 17 carries for 110 metres. He broke the line 3 times, beat 6 defenders, and recorded an astronomical 86 post-contact metres to single-handedly break head-to-head matchups wide open.
7: Vilive Miramira – Back Row, Drua (83 pts)
A breakdown masterclass from the Drua loose forward. Miramira was everywhere in Perth, hitting 30 rucks and winning 4 turnovers. His 12 carries and high post-contact yardage (57m) ensured a massive scoring floor regardless of try involvement.
8: Peter Lakai – Back Row, Hurricanes (77 pts)
Lakai continues to play at an elite level, recording 20 carries and 21 ruck arrivals. He crossed the gain line 14 times and contributed 2 line-break assists, proving his relentless work rate remains the heartbeat of the Wellington back row.
9: Ryan Lonergan – Scrumhalf, Brumbies (57 pts)
Lonergan controlled the pace of the Brumbies’ victory with clinical precision, registering 60 passes and 11 tackles in his 80 minute performance. His 429 kick metres from hand show he is taking full tactical authority at the base, ensuring his place as a top-tier halfback option.
10: Carter Gordon – Flyhalf, Reds (48 pts)
Gordon managed the game beautifully in a physical encounter, recording 2 line breaks and 4 tackle busts. Fly-halves who challenge the line and contribute 5 tackles alongside 218 kick metres are a rare commodity in this format.
11: Jock Campbell – Outside Back, Reds (86 pts)
A premier counter-attacking display from the Reds’ fullback. Campbell recorded 14 carries for 144 metres (11 over the gain line) and 5 tackle busts. Pair that with a try and 2 try assists, and you have a high-volume playmaker with a massive ceiling.
12: Leicester Fainga’anuku – Centre, Crusaders (94 pts)
Leicester was a physical nightmare for the defense, pairing a try and a try assist with 18 carries. His 17 tackles and 32 ruck arrivals are workhorse stats which show he defends like a backrower, but he still attacks like an outside back.
13: David Havili – Centre, Crusaders (65 pts)
Havili continues to shine in the Crusaders’ midfield after returning from injury. He recorded 2 line-break assists, a try, and 16 ruck arrivals, proving his creative distribution is a vital secondary scoring stream for his fantasy owners.
14: Josh Moorby – Outside Back, Hurricanes (79 pts)
Moorby remains a model of consistency on the Hurricanes’ edge. He recorded 17 carries for 149 metres (14 over the gain line) and 8 tackle busts. His clinical try and try assist confirm he is a prime strike-runner for the play-offs.
15: Kini Naholo – Outside Back, Hurricanes (72 pts)
Returned to action in style after recovering from an ACL and foot injury, crossing for a brace of tries and making 2 line breaks. His 9 gain-line crosses and 30 post-contact metres confirm he is a high-ceiling asset to lock into your back three.
Available in your league? (Hidden Gems)
Vilive Miramira (Fijian Drua - Back Row): Miramira took his opportunity in the starting jersey with both hands with a throwback to the form that had him so highly rated back in 2024. His 83-point shift in Round 15 featured 12 carries, 30 ruck arrivals, and 4 turnovers won. Secure this high-work-rate anchor in the Trade Window before your league-mates catch on.
Kini Naholo (Hurricanes - Outside Back): Returning from a foot injury that kept him sidelined, Naholo made an immediate impact with a clinical brace of tries and 9 gain-line crosses. With the Hurricanes locking down the minor premiership, his high attacking volume makes him a premier Free Agent target.
Misinale Epenisa (Western Force - Prop): With the Western Force front row tested by late-season injuries, Epenisa stepped up with a relentless 57-minute shift. He recorded 14 tackles and 20 ruck arrivals, providing a massive scoring floor. If you are struggling for front-row depth in the final run-in, Epenisa is a perfect high-floor option.
Written by Harry Dale
Miramira played against the Force in Perth not Ba, though I understand how they might be confused.