Get ready for an epic rugby league showdown as the 2026 Harvey Norman All Stars takes center stage in Aotearoa New Zealand! This annual cultural extravaganza marks the beginning of an exciting rugby league calendar. But here's where it gets controversial... the Indigenous All Stars and the Māori All Stars will clash in a battle of legends and rising stars.
On the men's side, the Indigenous All Stars feature the dynamic trio of Josh Addo-Carr, Nicho Hynes, and Jack Wighton, who will go head-to-head with the mighty Warriors captain, James Fisher-Harris, and his talented teammates. And this is the part most people miss... the Māori Men's side also boasts star back Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad and the exciting Panthers center, Casey McLean. It's a clash of cultures and talents!
The women's Indigenous All Stars team includes Titans superstar Jaime Chapman and the talented Taliah Fuimaono. They'll face off against the Māori Women's outfit, which includes the powerful Kennedy Cherrington and the newly recruited Gayle Broughton.
But wait, there's more! The event will also feature a thrilling touch football match between the Indigenous and Māori teams. Get ready for some fast-paced action!
The squads for both the men's and women's teams are listed below, with some of the most exciting players in the league. Will the Indigenous All Stars reign supreme, or will the Māori All Stars claim victory?
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
Don't miss out on this incredible sporting event! Tickets are available at nrl.com/tickets, starting at just $19 for adults and $59 for families. The All Stars matches will be broadcast live on various networks, including the Nine Network, Fox League, SKY New Zealand, and Watch NRL.
The Harvey Norman All Stars is proudly supported by the New Zealand Government and the Hamilton City Council. Get involved and be a part of this cultural celebration!
Who do you think will emerge victorious? Share your predictions and thoughts in the comments below! Let's spark some friendly debate and celebrate the spirit of rugby league!
