Fijian Drua’s star fly-half, Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula, has officially extended his contract with the club, signaling a strong commitment from both the player and the franchise. This renewal comes as a significant boost for the fans, showcasing the club’s confidence in the young talent, who is currently the leading points scorer this season with a total of 135 points.
At just 21 years old, Armstrong-Ravula has made a remarkable impact, contributing to crucial victories over renowned Super Rugby Pacific teams, including the Chiefs and Crusaders. His standout performance against the Chiefs in Round 4 of the 2025 season saw him convert two tries and successfully kick three penalties, accumulating 13 points during the match. This victory not only marked the Drua’s first win of the season but also showcased Armstrong-Ravula’s growing skill set and potential.
Since debuting for the Drua against the Blues last season, Armstrong-Ravula has played 18 matches, earning 9 caps for the Flying Fijians national team. His journey in rugby began with an impressive showing for Fiji Under-20s at the World Rugby U20 Championship, where he was selected for the tournament’s Dream Team.
Expressing his gratitude, Armstrong-Ravula said, “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, remarked on Armstrong-Ravula’s maturity and work ethic, highlighting the potential he has to transform into a world-class player.
As the Drua prepares for upcoming matches, including a fierce encounter against the Western Force, the excitement surrounding Armstrong-Ravula’s contributions and the direction of the team inspires hope for a successful season ahead. The narrative of young talents like Armstrong-Ravula stepping up reflects a broader trend in Fijian rugby, underlining the resilience and potential that characterize this vibrant sport.
The future looks bright for both Armstrong-Ravula and the Fijian Drua as they continue to nurture and develop young talents in the competitive landscape of rugby.
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