This Sunday, New Zealand vs Samoa in the Pacific Championships isn’t just another clash, it’s personal for rising powerhouse Naufahu Whyte. — Born in Auckland with Samoan and Tongan roots, Whyte had all three nations on the table, but ultimately “knew in my heart” that donning the black jersey was where he truly belonged. — His allegiance to the Kiwis for this international window, while leaving open a future possibility of representing his heritage. — At just 23, Whyte is now named among NZ’s f