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Tailevu focus on discipline ahead of semifinal
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Tailevu focus on discipline ahead of semifinal

Discipline has been a key focus for Tailevu as they prepare to face Nadroga in their Skipper Cup semifinal in Suva on Saturday. Captain Eparama Sailo says the team must be clinical and hold on to possession if they’re to secure a place in…

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Skipper Cup players impress, says Nasilasila
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Skipper Cup players impress, says Nasilasila

The Skipper Cup players in the Flying Fijians squad have made a strong impression, according to lock Isoa Nasilasila. Nasilasila says the players have embraced the learning opportunity and are asking questions as they prepare for this…

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Bai reflects on Japan memories ahead of Test
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Bai reflects on Japan memories ahead of Test

Former FIJI Water Flying Fijians fly half, Seremaia Bai says Fiji is grateful to have been invited to Japan for the centenary celebration of Test rugby between the two nations. Bai recalls his long connection with Japan, including playing…

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FRU, landowners eye Saweni partnership
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FRU, landowners eye Saweni partnership

The Fiji Rugby Union says its proposed development on 46 acres of land in Saweni, near Lautoka, has moved a step closer after what it described as a fruitful meeting with the iTaukei Land Trust Board. The Union’s chief executive, senior…

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Champs Namosi, Naitasiri gear up for semifinal
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Champs Namosi, Naitasiri gear up for semifinal

Two defending champions will look to make their mark in this weekend’s Subrails Marama and Skipper Cup semifinals. Marama champions Namosi and Farebrother Trophy holders Naitasiri take on Nadi this weekend. Namosi have a tough challenge…

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Ellis targets defensive discipline for Flying Fijians
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Ellis targets defensive discipline for Flying Fijians

For FIJI Water Flying Fijians’ new defense coach, David Ellis, the challenge is clear, and that is to bring greater structure to the defensive line. Not only that, one of his key focuses is helping the team give opponents fewer chances to…

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Cuvu College fly half cherishes Skipper Cup debut
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Cuvu College fly half cherishes Skipper Cup debut

Eighteen-year-old Viliame Ratu has gone from playing for Cuvu College in the Vodafone Super Deans to making his Skipper Cup debut for defending champions Malolo. The Rukurukulevu villager from Nadroga came off the bench as a replacement…

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Seruvakula to remain involved in Flying Fijians coaching setup
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Seruvakula to remain involved in Flying Fijians coaching setup

Former interim coach Senirusi Seruvakula will continue to play a role in Fiji Rugby’s long-term coaching development following the appointment of new FIJI Water Flying Fijians head coach Jake White. Fiji Rugby board chair John Sanday has…

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Ministry backs Sukuna Bowl initiative
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Ministry backs Sukuna Bowl initiative

The Ministry of Policing and Communications is backing a nationwide school and community outreach campaign ahead of the 2026 Vodafone Sukuna Bowl. Captain Timoci Yabakivou of the RFMF Sukuna Bowl Secretariat briefed the Minister, Iowane…

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Suva ready for Marama semifinal showdown
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Suva ready for Marama semifinal showdown

FMF Suva women’s rugby captain Luisa Tisolo says the team’s young players are rising to the challenge ahead of Saturday’s Marama semifinal against Nasinu. Suva booked its place in the last four with a 36–15 quarterfinal win over Macuata…

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Naruma rallies Nadi from Japan
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Naruma rallies Nadi from Japan

FIJI Water Flying Fijians squad member and Nadi Rugby captain Rupeni Naruma is throwing his support behind his Nadi brothers as they prepare for a crucial Skipper Cup semifinal clash against Naitasiri this Saturday. With a place in the…

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White wants a response from Flying Fijians against Japan
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White wants a response from Flying Fijians against Japan

FIJI Water Flying Fijians head coach Jake White is challenging his side to respond against Japan as he begins his tenure with limited preparation time and a point to prove. White started his new role last Tuesday and admits the short…

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Skipper Cup missing from the cabinet:Tinaviti
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Skipper Cup missing from the cabinet:Tinaviti

Naitasiri rugby coach, Timoci Tinaviti, says the Skipper Cup has been missing from their cabinet for the last 16 years. Tinaviti says they have the Inkk Farebrother Trophy and are aiming to win the Skipper Cup as well. The side last won…

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Flair and structure says Flying Fijians coach
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Flair and structure says Flying Fijians coach

The Fiji Water Flying Fijians have a few more days to acclimatise to Japan’s conditions and fine-tune their preparations ahead of next Saturday’s Centennial Test against the hosts. The side departed for Japan on Friday night, with head…

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Namosi survives Tailevu scare
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Namosi survives Tailevu scare

Namosi are one step closer to defending their Marama Cup title after securing a hard-fought 30-27 victory over Tailevu in their quarter-final yesterday. In a closely contested encounter, Namosi had to withstand intense pressure from…

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Malolo falls short for title defense
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Malolo falls short for title defense

Malolo head coach Rupeni Nasiga has praised his side for their efforts despite suffering a heartbreaking defeat to Naitasiri in the Skipper Cup quarter-finals. The side came short of creating history once again in the Skipper Cup, after…

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SGS mourns Deans winning coach Osborne
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SGS mourns Deans winning coach Osborne

Suva Grammar School’s rugby community is mourning the loss of coach Epeli Osbourne, who passed away peacefully at his home in Suva in the early hours of this morning. Family members and old scholars have confirmed his passing, which has…

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Top four teams confirmed
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Top four teams confirmed

The top four teams in the Skipper Cup and Marama Championship have been confirmed following the quarter-finals held across the country yesterday. In the Skipper Cup, Naitasiri knocked out defending champions Malolo with a narrow 15-11…

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Naitasiri beats defending champion Malolo
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Naitasiri beats defending champion Malolo

A new champion will be crowned in this year’s Skipper Cup competition after Naitasiri beat defending champions Malolo 15-11 in their quarter-final at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva this afternoon. Naitasiri made a disciplined start, converting a…

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Boselawa wish teammates well ahead of Skipper quarters
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Boselawa wish teammates well ahead of Skipper quarters

As Nadroga gears up for their Skipper Cup quarter-finals this afternoon against Suva, Kavekini Boselawa is adamant his teammates have what it takes to go all the way. The 21-year-old left for Japan last night with the Fiji Water Flying…

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Tewa at fullback for Naitasiri
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Tewa at fullback for Naitasiri

Olympian, Waisake Tewa, will run out at fullback for Naitasiri today in their Skipper Cup quarterfinal clash against defending champions, Malolo, at the HFC Stadium in Suva. Tewa who represented Fiji in the 100 meters at the Paris Olympics…

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