Get ready for a rugby league showdown like no other! The 2026 Harvey Norman All Stars is back in Aotearoa New Zealand, and it’s bigger and more thrilling than ever! This annual cultural extravaganza marks the 15th edition of the event, kicking off the 2026 Rugby League calendar with a bang. But here’s where it gets even more exciting: the clash of titans between Indigenous and Māori talent promises to be nothing short of spectacular.
On Sunday, 15 February, FMG Stadium Waikato will host both the Men’s and Women’s fixtures, showcasing some of the sport’s brightest stars. In the Men’s game, Indigenous legends like Josh Addo-Carr, Nicho Hynes, and Jack Wighton will face off against the Māori powerhouse led by Warriors captain James Fisher-Harris, Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, and the electrifying Casey McLean. And this is the part most people miss—the Women’s match is equally unmissable, featuring Titans superstar Jaime Chapman and Dragons playmaker Taliah Fuimaono for the Indigenous side, squaring up against Warriors recruit Gayle Broughton and Eels powerhouse Kennedy Cherrington for the Māori team.
But here’s the controversial part: While the on-field action is undeniable, some fans argue that the real magic lies in the cultural significance of the event. Is this just another rugby league game, or is it a celebration of heritage and unity? We’ll let you decide.
Adding to the excitement, the event will also feature a high-octane clash between the Indigenous and Māori Touch Football teams. Below are the squads, listed alphabetically for your convenience:
Indigenous All Stars (Men):
Josh Addo-Carr, Jayden Campbell, Tallis Duncan, Jamal Fogarty, Trai Fuller, Nicholas Hynes, Alofiana Khan-Pereira, Josh Kerr, Kaiden Lahrs, Shaquai Mitchell, Oliver Pascoe, Joshua Patston, Hohepa Puru, Jesse Ramien, Ethan Roberts, Blake Steep, Braydon Trindall, Connor Watson, Jack Wighton, Brent Woolf. Coach: Ronald Griffiths
Māori All Stars (Men):
Jesse Arthars, Joe Chan, Zach Dockar-Clay, JoJo Fifita, James Fisher-Harris, Mawene Hiroti, Royce Hunt, Keano Kini, Jacob Laban, Casey McLean, Te Maire Martin, Trey Mooney, Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, Briton Nikora, Adam Pompey, Leo Thompson, Trent Toelau, Manaia Waitere, Dallin Watene-Zelezniak. Coach: Adam Blair
Indigenous All Stars (Women):
Essay Banu, Shaylee Bent, Krystal Blackwell, Rhiannon Byers, Jaime Chapman, Bree Chester, Kirra Dibb, Quincy Dodd, Taliah Fuimaono, Tallisha Harden, Caitlan Johnston-Green, Keilee Joseph, Grace Kemp, Ella Koster, Lailani Montgomery, Mahalia Murphy, Jasmine Peters, Phoenix-Raine Hippi, Jada Taylor, Caitlin Turnbull. Coach: Jess Skinner
Māori All Stars (Women):
Shakira Baker, Corban Baxter, Gayle Broughton, Harata Butler, Rima Butler, Kennedy Cherrington, Rueben Cherrington, Laikha Clarke, Zali Fay, Fane Finau, Matekino Gray, Mya Hill-Moana, Raecene McGregor, Shanice Parker, Ash Quinlan, Jasmin Strange, Payton Takimoana, Chante Temara, Zahara Temara, Tenika Willison. Coach: John Strange
Tickets are now available at nrl.com/tickets, starting at just $19 for adults and $59 for families (two adults and two children). Can’t make it in person? No worries—catch all the action live on the Nine Network, Fox League, SKY New Zealand, or Watch NRL.
The Harvey Norman All Stars is proudly supported by the New Zealand Government through the Major Event Fund and the Hamilton City Council. But here’s the question we leave you with: In a sport as competitive as rugby league, does an event like this truly unite communities, or does it simply highlight the divide? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below—we’re eager to hear your take!
