Fiji Bati captain and Melbourne Storm powerhouse Tui Kamikamica has put aside the sting of last week’s NRL Grand Final loss, turning his full attention to leading his nation in the 2025 Pacific Bowl Championship in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.
Kamikamica, who played a key role in Melbourne’s campaign this season, said the disappointment of falling short in the Grand Final has only strengthened his hunger to deliver for Fiji.
“That’s behind me now. My focus is on the Bati jersey and representing my country with pride,” Kamikamica said. “Playing in Port Moresby is always tough. The crowd, the energy, the heat, but that’s what makes it special.”
The Pacific Bowl, part of the Pacific Rugby League Test Series, brings together powerhouse island nations including Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Tonga, Samoa, and the Cook Islands, in a fierce display of regional pride and passion.
With stars like Jarryd Hayne, Maika Sivo, and Apisai Koroisau expected to feature, the Bati are eyeing redemption after a narrow semi-final exit in last year’s tournament. Kamikamica’s leadership and experience will be crucial as Fiji aim to assert their dominance on Pacific soil.
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