Drua
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Blues rally in second half to beat Drua 40-15 at Eden Park
Blues turn a tight first half into a commanding win at Eden Park, riding a sharp second-half surge. A late Drua mistake opened the door for a decisive finish as the home side sealed the result and kept their momentum going.
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Blues hand Drua a 40-15 defeat after second-half fade and missed chances
An opening burst lifts the Drua, but a second-half lapse leaves them on the wrong side of the scoreboard. Coach Glen Jackson signals a need for sharper execution and renewed intensity, with cultural and preparation elements adding another layer to next weekend’s challenge.
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Salawa Promoted to Start, Murray Shines Off Bench as Drua Build Explosive Openside Duo
Salawa’s shift into the starting XV and Murray’s impact off the bench are giving the Drua a new edge. The rising open-side pairing is boosting pace, pressure at the breakdown, and overall bite in the pack—hinting at a pivotal mid-season shift for their Super Rugby Pacific campaign.
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Drua chase first Eden Park win as Lomani warns Blues’ powerful pack will test them
Frank Lomani signals a stern test for the Drua at Eden Park, where a tight, physical Blues pack will demand a sharp, mobile plan. A leadership shift and Auckland’s hoodoo add extra pressure to what promises to be a gripping clash.
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Fijian Drua reshuffle for Blues clash as Momo returns and Namoce shifts to 12 with Vakatawa on the bench
Glen Jackson has rung the changes for a crucial Round 7 clash with the Blues, recalling Epeli Momo and shifting Iosefo Namoce into inside centre. Veteran Vereimi Vakatawa adds impact off the bench as the Drua chase a sharper game plan and the lure of the Joeli Vidiri Memorial Trophy.
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Glen Jackson Confirms Angelo Smith Departure From Fijian Drua Over Value Decision
Angelo Smith is no longer part of the Drua, with Glen Jackson calling it a “value thing” but offering little beyond that. The 24-year-old’s sudden training absence has fans wondering what comes next for the squad, as internal decisions take center stage. The Drua move forward, but the details behind the departure stay under wraps.
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Blues Host Drua for Inaugural Joeli Vidiri Memorial Trophy at Eden Park
Two clubs, one legacy. The Joeli Vidiri Memorial Trophy debuts this weekend as the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua visit the Blues, delivering a tribute to a rugby great and a reminder of the shared history between Fiji and New Zealand rugby.
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Fijian Drua Aim to End Long Away-Game Drought in Road Tests Against Blues and Crusaders
With back-to-back tests against the Blues and Crusaders, the Drua are chasing a hard-won away win. Captain Frank Lomani says the difference will come from preparation, discipline and recovery rather than luck as they aim to flip their road form.
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Queensland Reds beat Drua 21-6 in Lautoka after Drua waste chances
Missed chances and sloppy execution kept the Drua from turning pressure into points in a frustrating home setback. Coach Glen Jackson says the focus now is tighter handling and finishing under pressure as they chase a much-needed breakthrough.
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Lomani thanks rain-soaked Drua fans, vows to repay loyalty with improved away form
Captain Frank Lomani saluted the Drua’s rain-soaked supporters, calling their backing unbelievable after a tough night against the Reds. He stressed gratitude paired with accountability and a renewed focus on delivering on the road as the team chases momentum in the coming fixtures.