Samoa Rugby Union released a press release saying they were saddened by the news.
Head Coach of the Manu Samoa at the time, Su’a Peter Schuster said Saini was one of the top players.
“Our Manu Samoa family has lost one of the nicest blokes and team man.. He exemplified a great character on and off the field, as a gentle giant who always put his body on the line for his mates and country, “said Schuster.
Samoa Rugby Union CEO Faleomavaega Vincent Fepuleai said, “We are saddened to hear of Saini’s passing.”
