The Mokani rugby team has advanced to the semi-finals of the Tailevu rugby club competition after securing a victory over the Nuku rugby team with a score of 17-8 at Ratu Cakobau Park in Nausori. Mokani exhibited strong control of both possession and territory throughout the match, yet they struggled to translate that dominance into points on the scoreboard.
Backline coach Josefa Matasau expressed satisfaction with the win, emphasizing that it keeps their hopes alive for reclaiming the Tailevu trophy, which has eluded them for over eight years. “Our goal this week was to win this game and progress to the semi-final. We are thankful for today’s win and achieving our goal,” he stated. Matasau also acknowledged that the team made several mistakes during the match and identified the need for improvement before the semi-finals. He noted, “Despite dominating possession, we failed to reach Nuku’s tryline. If we had played according to our game plan, we would have scored more points.”
In related news, other matches in the tier 1 division saw Nadali defeating Nakelo 22-11, while in the tier 2 division, Naqeledamu edged out Police with a narrow 19-17 victory, and Cautata claimed a win over Namata at 13-6. The competition remains fierce as teams compete for a spot in the finals, highlighting the growing enthusiasm and commitment towards rugby in the region.
Fans and players alike are optimistic about Mokani’s journey toward the semi-finals, especially given their determination to end their trophy drought. As they prepare for the next matchup, the focus will be on refining their strategies and enhancing their execution on the field, in a bid to showcase their true potential in the upcoming stages of the tournament.
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