Moala is naturally "stoked" to have re-signed a two-year deal with the Blues on Monday. He had several franchises interested in him, but is pleased to be staying at home.
He has also impressed his Auckland coach, Paul Feeney.
"He is one of our linebreakers who can turn games on their heads, so I'm really happy with the way George has come on. He's younger than people think and he's destined for bigger things. It's great he's re-signed for the Blues and hopefully he gets a bit more game time," said Feeney.
Auckland has made just one change from the side that lost 35-22 to Taranaki. William Lloyd is back at lock to replace concussed Liaki Moli, while there are several returning personnel on the bench.
Feeney knows a win would knock Waikato out of semifinals contention, leaving just the suddenly galvanised Counties Manukau as a possible threat.
"Waikato's backs are young, very dangerous and play without fear ... so we've got to be on our game."
