rugby
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Drua must shut down Reds’ big pack, says Peni Ravai ahead of Churchill Park clash
Churchill Park sets the stage for a bruising front-foot battle as the Drua square off with the Reds, with the scrum and breakdown under the microscope. A veteran’s warning hints at a tempo-shaping clash that could mark the early rhythm of Super Rugby Pacific. Personal ties on the field add extra edge to what promises…
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Manuqalo Komaitai stays with Fiji Fijiana for Oceania Championship amid UK Army nomination
Manuqalo Komaitai, recently named Best Female Rugby Player in the British Army, confirms she’ll stay with Fiji’s Fijiana XV for the Oceania Championship. Her Army-honed discipline and international experience fuse with Fiji’s talent as the team gears up for a pivotal regional showdown.
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Fijian Drua Foundation Names Mogul Group Visual Solution Partner for Foundation Week
A new partnership with Mogul Group is set to amplify the Drua Foundation’s community programs and talent pathways through enhanced visual storytelling during Foundation Week. The collaboration aims to showcase the Drua Academy, grassroots rugby initiatives, and health and education efforts that drive change off the field.
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Tailevu Rugby Secures Historic Naming Rights Deal with Fresh Choice for 2026 Season
Tailevu rugby marks a historic milestone as Fresh Choice becomes the union’s first naming rights partner, backing the 2026 season with a $20,000 sponsorship. The deal aims to boost grassroots rugby—from youth development to women’s programs—bringing fresh energy to the Tailevu rugby community and its clubs.
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Fiji Coral Coast 7s Generates $18 Million Economic Impact and Global Spotlight as a Tourism Engine
Fiji’s Coral Coast 7s is fast becoming a top sports-tourism engine, delivering a multi-million boost and a widening global media footprint. With international teams, thousands of fans, and a strong community focus, the festival is setting the stage for an even bigger future.
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Ba Methodist fielding three rugby sides in West Secondary School Rugby League quarterfinals at 4R Stadium
Ba Methodist High School gears up for a decisive Saturday at 4R Stadium, sending three junior rugby teams into knockout action. With the under-19s already through to the national quarterfinals and the Ba Rugby Academy driving development, a day of high-stakes, disciplined rugby awaits.
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Western Zone U15 and U17 rugby league quarter-finals set for Govind Park and Xavier Grounds to decide national berths
Western Zone hosts a high-stakes weekend as U15 and U17 rugby league knockouts decide who advances to the national quarter-finals in Suva on April 11. With Govind Park and Xavier Grounds as battlegrounds, fierce clashes could shape the national picture for the youngsters, while the U19 title race continues to tighten.
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Drua’s depth shines at home as Reds fight to end Fijian hoodoo
Fresh pressure to end their long winless run on Fijian soil meets a Drua side riding growing depth and fierce home support. Glen Jackson lauds internal competition and rising youth driving improvement, even as injury concerns test their forward pack. A pivotal clash looms as both teams push to rewrite recent form.
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Fiji Fijiana XV Target Sixth Oceania Crown Under Interim Coach Mike Legge in 2026 Championship
Fiji’s Fijiana XV chase a sixth Oceania crown while grooming a new generation under interim coach Mike Legge. A blend of experience and youth will be tested across the April 17–25 championship, starting against Tonga at Churchill Park and culminating in Ba. Expect a season where regional dominance meets a push for depth and international…
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Sotutu Welcomes Baby as Fiji Rugby World Cup Debut Looms
On a morning of milestones, Waisake Sotutu welcomed a newborn son just as he prepared for his Rugby World Cup debut. A double moment of family joy and high-stakes sport that captured attention far and wide.