The Drua Development has announced their match-day 23 for the highly anticipated curtain-raiser against the provincial champions Malolo at Churchill Park. This upcoming match promises to be an exciting event as it marks a pivotal moment in the rugby calendar.
Adding to the excitement, the squad will feature two invitational players: Sakiusa Vosayaco, who captains the Nadroga rugby team, and Sakiusa Lewenilovo from the Fiji Rugby High-Performance Unit. Their inclusion not only enhances the team’s competitiveness but also provides them with a valuable opportunity to experience the thrill of a Super Rugby Pacific match-day.
The Development team will also showcase a number of players from the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua, offering fans a glimpse of the talent that will take the field in the main match against the Hurricanes during Round 3 of the Super Rugby Pacific.
The full squad is as follows:
1. Breyton Legge
2. Sairusi Ravudi
3. Harold Rounds (co-captain)
4. Angelo Smith
5. Jeneiro Wakeham
6. Joseva Tamani (co-captain)
7. Sakiusa Vosayaca (Nadroga)
8. Kalioni Ratunabuabua
9. Philip Baselala
10. Meli Dreu
11. Taniela Rakuro
12. Sefo Namoce
13. Maika Tuitubou
14. Joweli Walevu
15. Bogi Kikau
Reserves:
16. Penaia Cakobau
17. JD Sivivatu Kanth
18. Joshua Uluibau
19. Sakiusa Lewenilovo – Fiji Rugby HPU
20. Sefa Qio
21. Adam Khan
22. Pita Manamanaivalu
23. Garlen Peace
This match signifies not only an opportunity for local talents to shine but also reflects the growing engagement and enthusiasm surrounding rugby in the region. With such a strong lineup, fans are eagerly looking forward to an entertaining and competitive encounter.
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