Tonga National Rugby League

On Thursday the Rugby League International Federation suspended the TNRL pending a full investigation into issues raised by a number of parties.

The move came after Tonga's then-acting Prime Minister Semisi Sika told the federation the TNRL had lost the trust and support of its members, clubs and players.

Earlier this month the TNRL sacked popular coach Kristian Woolf over disagreements around control and finances which led to a group of players, including Jason Taumalolo and Andrew Fifita to threaten a boycott of the country's upcoming internationals.

Last year the Pacific Islands Media Association accused Australian commentators of racism for poor and the insensitive mispronunciation of a number of the players' names. .

Tavake Fangupo said he was unaware of the fuss but does acknowledge there have been problems in the past.

Australian broadcasters have met with Mr Fangupo and checked individual player names with him and he was happy with their efforts