Luke Reimer dashed the hopes of the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua by scoring two late tries, leading the ACT Brumbies to a dramatic 36-32 victory in the opening round of the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific. Reimer’s impressive performance came with under 20 minutes left in the match, enabling the Australian side to secure the win despite a fiercely contested game.
While the outcome was disappointing for the Drua, there were notable debut performances worth celebrating. Vuate Karawalevu and Ponipate Loganimasi made their first appearances for the Drua, with Loganimasi contributing a try and Karawalevu adding two to the scoreboard. Despite these highlights, the match marked another loss for the Drua against the Brumbies, as they remain winless against this rival since joining the competition.
Simione Kuruvoli kicked off the scoring for the Drua with their initial try, showcasing the team’s competitive spirit throughout the match. The Drua will undoubtedly look to build on the positives from their debut performances and aim for victory in their upcoming matches.
Overall, while the result wasn’t in their favor, the Drua’s strong individual performances offer a foundation for hope as they continue their season.
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