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  • Etzebeth handed 12-week ban for eye-area contact in Cardiff clash

    Etzebeth handed 12-week ban for eye-area contact in Cardiff clash

    Dec 5, 2025

    South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth faces a 12-week ban after a Cardiff incident that has sparked debate over intent and discipline. With the Springboks adjusting their lineup, the Nations Series now takes on a new urgency as the team moves forward without one of their key forwards. Plenty of questions remain about the fallout for… read more

  • Lyon left out of Brisbane Ashes Test as Australia shuns spin for pace

    Lyon left out of Brisbane Ashes Test as Australia shuns spin for pace

    Dec 4, 2025

    Nathan Lyon is left out of a home Ashes Test, turning heads as selectors opt for an all-pace plan for the pink-ball duel. The veteran spinner calls the decision “gutting,” with more talk with the coaching staff looming over his Ashes future. The series is just getting underway in Brisbane. read more

  • Mark Evans Reflects on a Transformative Three-Year Tenure with the Fijian Drua as He Bids Farewell

    Mark Evans Reflects on a Transformative Three-Year Tenure with the Fijian Drua as He Bids Farewell

    Dec 4, 2025

    Mark Evans looks back on a three-year voyage with the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua—moments shaped by roaring home crowds, milestone nights against rugby’s giants, and a bold push to secure Fiji’s rugby future through youth programs and the Drua Foundation. read more

  • Erasmus Warns Home Advantage Could Shake Up 2027 Rugby World Cup Pool A

    Erasmus Warns Home Advantage Could Shake Up 2027 Rugby World Cup Pool A

    Dec 4, 2025

    Rassie Erasmus warns that home-ground advantage can tilt even the mightiest sides. The Pool A showdown between New Zealand and Australia could hinge on travel, jet lag, and the pressure of knockout rugby, turning a headline matchup into a season-defining moment. read more

  • Etzebeth handed 12-week ban for eye-gouge in Wales clash

    Etzebeth handed 12-week ban for eye-gouge in Wales clash

    Dec 4, 2025

    South Africa’s Eben Etzebeth faces a 12-week ban after an eye-gouging incident against Wales, sidelining him from club action through early 2026. The ruling underscores the strict penalties around eye-contact fouls and adds to concerns over discipline among SA forwards this autumn. read more

  • Manchester United Frustration Deepens After West Ham Draw Ahead of Wolves Clash

    Manchester United Frustration Deepens After West Ham Draw Ahead of Wolves Clash

    Dec 4, 2025

    Frustration ran high after a 1-1 draw, leaving Manchester United facing questions about form and balance. With critics weighing in and a crucial fixture looming, the mood around the club is far from settled. read more

  • Fiji U17 Women Ready for Oceania Cup in Samoa

    Fiji U17 Women Ready for Oceania Cup in Samoa

    Dec 4, 2025

    Fresh off a standout season, Fiji’s U17 women’s basketball team arrives in Samoa with confidence, a dynamic roster, and rising star Makaefa Savu ready to lead. As the Oceania Cup in Apia approaches, momentum and leadership hint at a bold new chapter for Fiji on the international stage. read more

  • Ian Thorpe Joins LawConnect Ahead of Sydney-Hobart Race

    Ian Thorpe Joins LawConnect Ahead of Sydney-Hobart Race

    Dec 4, 2025

    Five-time Olympic swimming champion Ian Thorpe swaps the pool for the cockpit, joining LawConnect as they chase a third straight Sydney-Hobart win. At 43, he begins his racing debut in a key lead-up race, stepping into a 630-nautical-mile test that promises a whole new kind of challenge. A fresh chapter in Australia’s storied maritime saga… read more

  • Katonibau Lauds Kolinisau’s Fiji 7s Turnaround Ahead of Cape Town 7s

    Katonibau Lauds Kolinisau’s Fiji 7s Turnaround Ahead of Cape Town 7s

    Dec 4, 2025

    Isake Katonibau praises Osea Kolinisau’s leadership, calling his work with Fiji 7s a real upgrade. With sharper defense and a more potent attack, the team heads toward Cape Town and the coveted cup as they build for the road ahead. read more

  • Pickleball Goes AI: Owl’s Line-Calling Tech Aims to Change the Game

    Pickleball Goes AI: Owl’s Line-Calling Tech Aims to Change the Game

    Dec 4, 2025

    Major League Pickleball is exploring a software-based line-calling upgrade that could bring real-time, objective calls to the court. Owl AI promises cost-efficient, data-driven officiating using 4K video from phones and broadcasts. Could this tech spark a broader shift in how fast-growing sports manage fair play? read more

  • Les Kiss Named Wallabies Coach for 2026 Tests

    Les Kiss Named Wallabies Coach for 2026 Tests

    Dec 4, 2025

    Les Kiss takes the reins of the Wallabies, kicking off a bold new era with a blockbuster opener against Eddie Jones’s Japan, followed by high-stakes clashes with Ireland and France on the road to a home 2027 Rugby World Cup. read more

  • Fiji’s Top Clubs Vie for Playoff Spots as Dayal’s Sawmillers National Championship Begins

    Fiji’s Top Clubs Vie for Playoff Spots as Dayal’s Sawmillers National Championship Begins

    Dec 4, 2025

    Fiji’s 2025 Dayal’s Sawmillers National Club Championship erupts across three zones, kicking off a season of suspense and rivalry. With a fresh sponsor and a lean path to the national playoff, early clashes hint at a memorable battle for the crown. read more

  • Fiji drawn into Pool C for the 2027 Rugby World Cup with Argentina, Canada and Spain

    Fiji drawn into Pool C for the 2027 Rugby World Cup with Argentina, Canada and Spain

    Dec 4, 2025

    Fiji’s Flying Fijians now have a clear path to the 2027 Rugby World Cup, drawn into Pool C with Argentina, Canada and Spain. Coach Mick Byrne says the setup is an exciting, timely opportunity to gear up, with high-stakes tests on the horizon and a long-awaited clash against Argentina on the agenda. read more

  • Fiji Boxer Winston Hill Eyes Pan Pacific Welterweight Title

    Fiji Boxer Winston Hill Eyes Pan Pacific Welterweight Title

    Dec 4, 2025

    Fiji boxing stands at a defining moment as a rising fighter steps onto the world stage. With national pride on the line and a Pacific-title dream within reach, the night promises grit, resilience, and a chapter that could reshape boxing in Fiji. read more

  • Sigatoka’s Aflame Brothers chase Wairiki 7s glory in Taveuni

    Sigatoka’s Aflame Brothers chase Wairiki 7s glory in Taveuni

    Dec 4, 2025

    Momentum is building as the Axellerate Aflame Brothers turn from a hard-fought victory to a big target in Taveuni. Captain Apisai Naruma says the team is chasing one more win before the year ends—a gift the squad is determined to earn. With lessons learned and focus sharpened, December’s Wairiki 7s could be the spark they… read more

  • Fiji’s Island Acro GymFest Sparks Youth Confidence and Club Unity

    Fiji’s Island Acro GymFest Sparks Youth Confidence and Club Unity

    Dec 4, 2025

    A vibrant Fiji-wide gathering celebrates Gymnastics for All, spotlighting youth empowerment, teamwork, and fresh training pathways. From TeamGym and performance showcases to FreeG, Trampoline, and Tumbling workshops, the day marks a growing, united gymnastics community ready to inspire the next generation. read more

  • Bula FC Announces First Signing Gabiriele Matanisiga Ahead of OFC Pro League

    Bula FC Announces First Signing Gabiriele Matanisiga Ahead of OFC Pro League

    Dec 4, 2025

    Bula FC kicks off their OFC Pro League era with a landmark signing: Gabiriele Matanisiga, the 30-year-old Fiji international center-back from Rewa FC. A journey from cane fields to the international stage, his arrival signals a bold new chapter and big hopes for the fledgling club. read more

  • Fiji One Girls’ Hockey Sparks Optimism in Australian Junior Tournament Duel

    Fiji One Girls’ Hockey Sparks Optimism in Australian Junior Tournament Duel

    Dec 4, 2025

    Fiji One’s girls hockey team turned a tough start into a momentum-building 1-1 draw against a seasoned Australian side. Coach Augustine Shaw praised the players’ grit and teamwork, highlighting the valuable lessons that come from international competition. With many teammates new to the sport, the journey toward the tournament’s finale hints at bright potential for… read more

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