The Fiji Police Force has announced a strong squad of 25 players as they prepare for the upcoming Vodafone Ratu Sukuna Bowl. This announcement follows their recent victory in the inter-district championship (IDC), where the Western Two team triumphed at Ratu Cakobau Park in Nausori last Saturday.
In a thrilling match, national representative and Lautoka striker Sairusi Nalaubu scored a crucial goal in extra time, leading his team to a narrow 1-0 win over the Police Mobile Forces (PMF). Team manager, ASP Mohammed Riyaz, dedicated the victory to the diligent police officers in the Western Division, which spans from Rakiraki to Sigatoka.
It has been five years since the police team last secured the title. Riyaz expressed gratitude, stating, “This is for our families and the division commander too. It was a team effort.” He emphasized that during their week-long training camp, the players successfully juggled work commitments while serving their communities.
From the championship-winning squad, seven players have been selected to represent the police in the Sukuna Bowl. Riyaz confidently remarked, “We will see when we meet the men in green during the Sukuna Bowl. We’ll give them a hard time.”
The following players have been named to the squad: Akuila Mataisuva, Jovilisi Borisi, Joela Bainivanua, Taniela Baivatu, Madhvan Goundar, Iliesa Lino, Tevita Waranivalu, Isikeli Tamanisiga, Abishek Kumar, Sairusi Nalaubu, Sikeli Ratucava, Viliame Vakatalesau, Siddhant Kumar, Sumit Goundar, Vikrant Chandra, Simione Tamanisau, Sitiveni Rakai, Ilisoni Lolaivalu, Kalivati Nateru, Amitesh Goundar, Remueru Tekiata, Ilaisa Nayasi, Ratu Anare, Semi Matalau, and Joeli Ranitu.