The battle lines have been drawn, with Auckland and the Tonga New Zealand Residents to clash in a representative blockbuster this Saturday, June 2.
The main act, which kicks off at 2.30pm, sees the famed Auckland representative team return to action, taking on a Tonga New Zealand Residents side led by two former Kiwi and Mate Ma'a Tonga representatives in Tevita Latu and Epalahame Lauaki.
Earlier in the day the Auckland Maori U20 will face off with the Toa Samoa Invitational U20 in the curtain-raiser (12.30pm kick-off).
It will be the first time a Tongan side has played in Auckland since last year's Rugby League World Cup semi-final against England, which saw 30,000 fans flock to Mount Smart Stadium.
Auckland v Tonga New Zealand Residents – coverage from 2pm
Auckland Maori U20 v Toa Samoa Invitational U20 – coverage from noon
