Cricket Fiji’s initiatives to enhance and promote the sport have garnered praise from President Ratu Wiliame Maivalili Katonivere as cricket continues to gain traction in the country.
Earlier today, the 14-member Fiji Cricket team presented their iTatau at the State House in anticipation of their Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 qualification campaign in Samoa.
“It is truly gratifying to see the revival of a sport that is deeply embedded in our nation’s history and continues to flourish today,” President Katonivere remarked to the team.
“Just a few days ago, I had the privilege of sending off a group of young women headed to Colombia for the Under-20 Women’s Soccer World Cup. Thus, it is equally an honor to support our young men as they embark on the U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 qualification in Samoa,” he added.
President Katonivere highlighted the significance of young Fijians representing their nation on an international level, asserting that Fiji is on the brink of becoming a formidable presence in various sports, with young athletes making impressive strides globally.
He concluded by encouraging the team to be “exemplary ambassadors of cricket and, above all, of our nation as you represent Fiji in Samoa.”
The Fiji Men’s Cricket team is set to depart for Samoa on Thursday, August 19.