super rugby
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Drua Brace for Change After Tevita Ikanivere’s Exit
Tevita Ikanivere’s exit leaves a big void as the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua prep for a new Super Rugby Pacific campaign. The front row will be tested as the team navigates life after their captain, while emerging talents look to seize their moment. A season of change—and opportunity—begins.
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Fijian Drua Gear Up for Milestone 30th Super Rugby Pacific Season
With Super Rugby Pacific celebrating its 30th season, the Fijian Drua set out on a year of growth and grit. Coach Glen Jackson acknowledges the learning curve against rugby’s veterans, but the squad’s confidence and ambition hint at a season ready to rise.
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Fijian Drua Target Redemption in Super Rugby Pacific Off-Season
Fresh off a challenging season, the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua are in full-offseason mode—refining, regrouping, and reigniting a winning mindset. Veteran Mesulame Doge says the setbacks sparked a deeper drive to improve, with intensified training and strategy shaping their path forward. A new campaign looms, hinting at a much-needed bounce-back.
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Issak Fines-Leleiwasa Joins the Fijian Drua, Teases an Electric Season
New Drua recruit Issak Fines-Leleiwasa brings experience and excitement as the season looms, with the club’s passionate fans and a talented squad setting the stage for a thrilling campaign.
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From AFL to Fiji’s Swire Shipping Drua Development Squad: JD Sivivatu Kanth’s Unlikely Rise
From a wide-eyed training visit to a proud Drua Development Squad member, JD Sivivatu Kanth’s journey proves grit, versatility, and a fearless leap across sports. A remarkable ascent built on belief and hard work.
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Drua Seek Fresh Start Ahead of 2026 Super Rugby Pacific Season
SWIRE Shipping Fijian Drua enter 2026 with a renewed mindset and a tougher pre-season as they course-correct after last year’s results. With fresh leadership and tighter player integration, the squad is injecting energy across the club and eyes on key fixtures in Lautoka, Ba, and Christchurch’s Super Round—setting the stage for a hopeful, competitive season.
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Sale Sharks in talks to sign Fiji sevens star Loganimasi ahead of next season
Sale Sharks are weighing a bold move for Ponipate Loganimasi as they map their plans for the upcoming season. The 27-year-old Fiji star has been turning heads in Super Rugby and on the international stage, attracting significant overseas interest.
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Drua unveil 12-player development squad for 2026 season, signaling rising Fiji talent
Fijian Drua unveil a 12-player Development Squad for 2026, weaving seasoned pros with rising talents from Fiji and beyond. With Fiji U-20 alumni and players making waves in NZ and local circuits, this new group is set to sharpen the team’s depth and push for a standout season.
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Fiji Drua primed for 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season with renewed mindset and enhanced fitness
Momentum is building for the Fiji Drua as they gear up for a challenging 2026 season. With a refreshed mindset, sharper fitness focus, and a renewed team atmosphere, all eyes are on their Churchill Park home opener against Moana Pasifika on February 14.
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From Sydney to Fiji: The Coach Who Found a Home in Fiji Rugby
From Sydney to a village near Nadi, Mick Byrne has swapped life—and rugby—for something deeper. Immersed in Fijian culture, he’s discovering how Vuvale and everyday relationships shape a team’s grit and flair. A coach’s journey of resilience, community, and a fresh path for a national side.