Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula, the standout fly-half for Fijian Drua, has officially renewed his contract with the team, further solidifying the player and franchise’s commitment to one another. This renewal is a significant boost for the fans and underlines the club’s faith in the rising young talent, who is currently the top points scorer of the season, amassing a total of 135 points.
At just 21 years old, Armstrong-Ravula has significantly influenced critical victories against well-established Super Rugby Pacific teams, including the Chiefs and Crusaders. Notably, his impressive performance against the Chiefs in Round 4 of the 2025 season saw him contribute 13 points with two converted tries and three successful penalties. This victory marked the Drua’s first of the season and highlighted Armstrong-Ravula’s developing skills.
Since his debut against the Blues last season, he has participated in 18 matches and has earned 9 caps for the national team, the Flying Fijians. His promising rugby career began with an exceptional performance for the Fiji Under-20s at the World Rugby U20 Championship, where he was named to the tournament’s Dream Team.
Armstrong-Ravula expressed his gratitude in a statement, saying, “I’m really blessed and grateful to the coaches for giving me this opportunity in a very special club like the Drua, and I’m very excited for the future.” Baden Stephenson, the Drua’s General Manager Rugby, praised Armstrong-Ravula’s maturity and dedication, emphasizing his potential to evolve into a world-class player.
As the Drua set their sights on upcoming matches, including a competitive clash with the Western Force, the anticipation surrounding Armstrong-Ravula’s contributions adds excitement for a promising season ahead. This narrative of emerging talents like Armstrong-Ravula resonates deeply in Fijian rugby, reflecting resilience and the immense potential within this vibrant sport.
The prospects for both Armstrong-Ravula and the Fijian Drua are encouraging as they continue to cultivate and elevate young talent in the competitive world of rugby.
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