New Zealand's Pacific Island communities are bringing in the big hitters to try and put a stop to the recent violence which has broken out between Tongan and Samoan rugby league fans.
Samoan-Kiwi heavyweight boxing legend David Tua and even Government Ministers were drafted in today to address the situation.
"If you believe that you have what it takes to be a fighter, please call me I'm very easy to find I'm in Onehunga, get in the ring and make something beautiful of yourself," Tua challenged the fans.
New ministers Tongan Jenny Salesa and Samoan William Sio also stepped in after being sworn in to government only a week ago.
"I'm here to appeal for peace and everyone to be safe," Ms Salesa said.
This afternoon a group of Tongan community leaders and church ministers met police to try and put a lid on the violence.
The Toa Samoa forward made a plea for fans to show each other respect.
Police have already issued two separate warnings to Pacific Island rugby league fans to respect each other and keep the rivalry contained on the sporting field.
Samoa play Tonga in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup at Waikato Stadium in Hamilton at 7:30pm on Saturday.
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