Day three of the Fiji Bitter Wairiki 7s Carnival at the Wairiki Parish Grounds in Taveuni brought a series of mixed results as teams entered the elimination stages, starting at 1:30 PM with under-18 to under-21 matches.
In the elimination rounds for the Under 18-21 category, notable results included Aloha Taveuni defeating Naveibasaga with a score of 31-0 and Waitabu achieving a 26-0 victory over Breakthrough Brothers. In other matches, St Teresa Naba edged past Sausauvou Taveuni 14-12, while Aquapro Savuiqali played to a 14-14 draw with Dominion Brothers.
In the Men’s Category, Police Blue secured a significant 33-0 win over Fiji Pine Brothers, and Wairiki Old Boys narrowly defeated Ucunivatu Rugby 19-14. The Somosomo Sharks faced a 17-7 loss against WT Tribals, while Raiwasa Taveuni maintained a strong performance, defeating Viwa Rugby 12-0.
Other matches saw Kingston Waidigi losing to Bula Brothers 19-14 and VDM Black Heron falling 17-0 to TEMC Island Warriors. In the Women’s Category, Ucunivatu Women’s Rugby faced a tough challenge against Tagimoucia Ranadi, ending the match at 41-0, while Naselesele lost 26-7 to Lilian Amazon.
Despite the varied outcomes, the event showcases the competitive spirit and talent present in Fijian rugby, with each match providing valuable experience for the players and teams involved. Moving forward, teams have the opportunity to learn and improve from their performances, feeding into the growth and development of the sport in Fiji.
This carnival not only serves as a platform for emerging talent but also enhances community engagement, as teams, players, and supporters come together to celebrate the sport.
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