Club Wire
Wellington Dolphins building serious early momentum
The mood around Wellington Stadium is lifting as the franchise enters the campaign with clear signs of belief and direction.
Franchise Identity Layer
FOUNDATION CLUB
“Pride of the Capital.”
The Wellington Dolphins are the oldest franchise in World Fantasy Rugby history, standing as one of the foundation pillars of the WFR Universe since 1996. Built on tradition, loyalty, and championship ambition, the Dolphins have become one of the defining clubs of the modern WFR era.
Representing the heart of New Zealand’s capital city, the Dolphins carry a proud legacy forged through decades of elite competition, iconic rivalries, and unforgettable moments on the world stage. The franchise is known for its passionate supporter base, strong club culture, and commitment to developing generations of talent capable of competing at the highest level.
For the Dolphins, every season is about honouring the legacy of the past while continuing the pursuit of future championships — carrying the pride of Wellington every time they take the field.
Club DNA
Prestige98
Legacy99
Fan Pulse93
Dynasty★★★★★
Squad Size35
Total Salary$89,625,000
CompetitionWFR Premiership
CountryNew Zealand
Franchise Momentum Layer
RISING Momentum
82/100Wellington Dolphins enter WFR XXX with foundation club expectations and a dynasty identity. Momentum around the club is building fast. With elite prestige and legacy scores, anything short of a serious campaign will create headlines. Rivalry watch is locked on Peninsula Whalers, with heat currently sitting at 88/100. Media pressure is already high, making every selection and result feel bigger.
Momentum
82
Media Pressure
86
Rivalry Heat
88
Supporter Pulse + Media Watch
Buzzing
HIGH PRESSURE“The Wellington faithful are buzzing as Wellington Dolphins prepare for the next chapter.”
“Supporters are sensing a surge and expect the club to start fast.”
“The media standard is unforgiving: this club is expected to deliver.”
“The rivalry with Peninsula Whalers is already circled in gold on the calendar.”
Rivalry Watch · BOILING
Wellington Dolphins vs Peninsula Whalers · Heat 88/100
Round 3 · Peninsula Whalers v Wellington Dolphins
Round 3 · Peninsula Whalers v Wellington Dolphins
Phase 2.2 · Live News / Story Engine
WFR Story Wire
Auto-generated franchise headlines using momentum, media pressure, supporter mood, rivalry heat, legacy and expectation data.
Live Narrative Feed
Media Take
Media spotlight intensifies on Wellington Dolphins
Expectation is already at title-contender level. Every selection, injury note and result will be magnified.
Rivalry Feed
Rivalry heat reaches boiling point
Wellington Dolphins and Peninsula Whalers are now linked in one of the most watched storylines on the WFR calendar. Round 3 · Peninsula Whalers v Wellington Dolphins is already circled by supporters.
Legacy Lens
Legacy standards remain sky-high
Wellington Dolphins carry a foundation club reputation, meaning the league will judge them by championship-level expectations.
Supporter Voice
Supporter mood: Buzzing
The wellington supporters are setting the emotional temperature around the club, and that pulse will become louder as results arrive.
Phase 2.4 · Live Matchday Universe
ELECTRIC Stadium Energy
Brisbane Pirates v Wellington Dolphins · Wellington Stadium · TV Game of the Week
Live Matchday Feed
Stadium Energy
89/100
Match Importance
88/100
Projected Crowd
37,500
Broadcast Match Intro
Tonight under the lights at Wellington Stadium, Wellington Dolphins walk into an electric stadium as Brisbane Pirates arrive for Round 1.
Dynamic Crowd Commentary
Projected attendance is tracking around 37,500 of 37,500 capacity, with late demand now capped by stadium size.
Supporter sections are expected to fill early as this fixture carries genuine season-shaping weight.
Fan mood: Buzzing. Season expectation: Title Contender.
Match Pressure Headlines
A result here could reshape the early WFR XXX narrative.
Defeat would immediately become a headline; victory would confirm the club as a major storyline.
Franchise Command Centre
Welcome to the fan-facing headquarters for Wellington Dolphins. Follow the squad, fixtures, results, ladder position and latest club stories as WFR XXX comes alive.
DYNASTY · FOUNDATION CLUB
Squad Roster Click any player for Real Life + WFR Life
| Pick | Player | Position | Country | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #72 |
Ardie Savea
Wellington · WFR00044 |
Flanker | New Zealand | $3,500,000 |
| #84 |
Cam Roigard
Hurricanes · WFR00363 |
Scrumhalf | New Zealand | $6,000,000 |
| #96 |
Brett Cameron
Hurricanes · WFR00135 |
First Five | New Zealand | $6,800,000 |
| #108 |
Brad Shields
Wellington · WFR00580 |
Flanker | New Zealand | $6,000,000 |
| #120 |
Josh Moorby
Waikato · WFR00326 |
Wing | New Zealand | $1,000,000 |
| #132 |
Asafo Aumua
Wellington · WFR00748 |
Hooker | New Zealand | $1,500,000 |
| #144 |
Ruben Love
Wellington · WFR00509 |
First Five | New Zealand | $3,500,000 |
| #157 |
Fehi Fineanganofo
Hurricanes · WFR00239 |
Utility Back | New Zealand | $4,000,000 |
| #164 |
Akira Ieremia
Tawa · WFR01667 |
Flanker | Japan | $2,000,000 |
| #170 |
Jeffery Toomaga-Allen
Queensland Reds · WFR01968 |
Prop | Samoa | $100,000 |
| #175 |
TJ Perenara
BlackRams Tokyo · WFR00069 |
Scrumhalf | New Zealand | $3,600,000 |
| #214 |
Nic Souchon
Otago · WFR02143 |
Hooker | New Zealand | $3,000,000 |
| #262 |
Cameron Burgess
Wellington · WFR07500 |
Fullback | New Zealand | $1,175,000 |
| #273 |
Matt Monaghan
Hawkes Bay · WFR07678 |
Lock | New Zealand | $1,000,000 |
| #284 |
Alex McRobbie
Counties Manukau · WFR03585 |
Lock | New Zealand | $1,500,000 |
| #297 |
Allan Craig
Northland · WFR03588 |
Lock | New Zealand | $1,500,000 |
| #322 |
Luca Rees
Hutt Old Boys-Marist · WFR11695 |
No.8 | New Zealand | $175,000 |
| #333 |
Isileli Saumaki
Wellington · WFR07593 |
Wing | New Zealand | $7,500,000 |
| #343 |
Dominic Ropeti
Wellington · WFR05074 |
No.8 | New Zealand | $1,500,000 |
| #352 |
Joe Faleafaga
Wellington · WFR04675 |
Centre | Samoa | $3,500,000 |
| #361 |
Dominic Ernst
Hutt Old Boys-Marist · WFR11006 |
Fullback | New Zealand | $1,000,000 |
| #369 |
Carter Gordon
Queensland Reds · WFR00016 |
First Five | Australia | $4,500,000 |
| #377 |
Jone Rova
Canterbury · WFR00877 |
Centre | New Zealand | $1,500,000 |
| #385 |
Corey Evans
Northland · WFR00785 |
Scrumhalf | New Zealand | $3,000,000 |
| #391 |
George Dyer
Waikato · WFR01257 |
Prop | New Zealand | $100,000 |
| #1147 |
Damian Penaud
Union Bordeaux Begles · WFR00006 |
Wing | France | $3,500,000 |
| #1150 |
Craven Martin
Ngati Porou East Coast · WFR23145 |
Prop | New Zealand | $2,000,000 |
| #1151 |
Cole McBride
Buller · WFR22608 |
Prop | New Zealand | $75,000 |
| #1153 |
Couper Killick
Highlanders U20 · WFR21761 |
Prop | New Zealand | $2,500,000 |
| #1156 |
Austin Atiga
Counties Manukau · WFR21859 |
Prop | New Zealand | $100,000 |
| #1157 |
Eli Oudenryn
Tasman · WFR02628 |
Hooker | New Zealand | $2,000,000 |
| #1158 |
Joe Royal
Ngati Porou East Coast · WFR05117 |
Hooker | New Zealand | $2,000,000 |
| #1159 |
Will Stodart
Otago · WFR02365 |
Lock | New Zealand | $3,000,000 |
| #1160 |
Nikora Broughton
Bay of Plenty · WFR04842 |
Flanker | New Zealand | $2,500,000 |
| #1161 |
Bailyn Sullivan
Hurricanes · WFR00344 |
Centre | New Zealand | $3,000,000 |