Fiji Rugby is poised to receive important updates regarding the venues and financial projections for its home fixtures in next year’s Nations Cup. All matches are set to take place in the United Kingdom.
Koli Sewabu, the Acting Chief Executive of the Fiji Rugby Union (FRU), shared that while the games are confirmed for the UK, specific details concerning the stadiums and host cities are yet to be finalized. Ongoing discussions are expected to bring clarity, with decisions anticipated before the year concludes.
“The venues are definitely in the UK, but the specific stadium and the city that we will be playing in, we should get confirmation of that in the next two to three weeks,” Sewabu stated.
On the revenue front, Fiji Rugby is currently waiting for a comprehensive financial forecast. Preliminary insights indicate significant earning potential, which largely depends on the size of the venues and the pricing of tickets. Sewabu explained, “We’re still awaiting a report on that, and in about two weeks’ time we should get a clear forecast. When you look at numbers, you can start to put approximations around it. If you host the games in Twickenham, that’s a 78,000 to 80,000 capacity stadium, with ticket prices averaging between 60 and 180 pounds.”
The Nations Cup is not only a critical opportunity for Fiji to prepare for upcoming international competitions, but it is also seen as a significant commercial opportunity for the national rugby union. The potential financial upswing could greatly benefit Fiji Rugby as it navigates its future in the sport. With optimism surrounding the clarity of forthcoming decisions, Fiji Rugby is gearing up for what promises to be an exciting chapter in its journey.
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