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Weekend rewind: 'Pure Tonga heart!' Watch Tonga fans go nuts in wild Otahuhu street party after RLWC win over Kiwis

November 12, 2017

People were riding on cars, playing music cheering and showing how proud they were of their team after the historic win. (Source: Other)

Tonga fans celebrated in style in South Auckland's Otahuhu after Saturday's stunning 28-22 Rugby League World Cup win over the Kiwis, in Hamilton.

Mate Ma'a Tonga arrived in the Garden City this afternoon after their landmark win over Kiwis yesterday. (Source: Other)

Everyone wanted a piece of the superstar forward as the team arrived in the Garden City. (Source: Other)

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