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The FIJI Water Flying Fijians are preparing for a Pacific Nations Cup campaign unlike any they have played before, with the new format taking them straight into the semi-finals tonight. Instead of a longer pool stage, Fiji has just two…
Past results may favour Spain, but the Vodafone Fijiana XV will have the chance to rewrite the script when they open their 2026 WXV campaign tomorrow. Spain have had the edge in the teams’ previous two WXV meetings, claiming a 26–19 win in…
A new chapter begins tonight for the FIJI Water Flying Fijians, with head coach Senirusi Seruvakula looking to leave the disappointment of the Nations Championship behind and kick-start Fiji’s Pacific Nations Cup title defence against…
The FIJI Water Flying Fijians are under pressure to deliver a strong performance as they begin their Pacific Nations Cup campaign, with head coach Senirusi Seruvakula stressing the importance of discipline and players proving they deserve…
A try in the dying stages of the game yesterday ensured Lautoka come away with a 17-all Skipper Cup draw against Suva at Bidesi Park. Trailing 17-10 after final hooter, the Lautoka forwards maintained pocession under slippery conditions…
Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) president, Dr Ademola Are has cast a look ahead of the upcoming Africa Rugby Sevens 3 qualifiers in Uganda and acknowledged that it will be a tough competition. Sports247 reports that Dr Are…
The FIJI Water Flying Fijians are determined to set the tone early when they begin their Pacific Nations Cup title defence against Canada on Saturday. Head coach Senirusi Seruvakula says the match is an important opportunity for the squad,…
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua will face the Highlanders in Christchurch when the 2027 Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season reaches Super Round in April. The Drua will meet the Highlanders at 2pm Fiji time on Sunday, April 4, at One New…
Suva women’s rugby head coach, Meli Tuifagalele, has been focusing on the team’s set-pieces ahead of their Subrails Marama Championship round seven clash with Lautoka tomorrow. He says one of their strengths this season has been the way…
A high-profile rugby 15s exhibition match has been outlined to wrap up a three-day capacity building course that is being organised in Abuja by Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF), Sports247 gathered. Ahead of the commencement of…
Defending Skipper Cup champions Malolo are ready to play Nadroga in a crucial round seven clash at Lawaqa Park in Sigatoka. The encounter shapes up as one of the key matches of the weekend as the race for the knockout stages begins to…
Naitasiri currently leads the Skipper Cup standings after six rounds of competition. They have recorded five wins and one loss to collect 25 points, while Nadi is second with five wins and one draw, also on 25 points. Tailevu is third with…
The Fiji Water Flying Fijians are settling well in Japan ahead of the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2026. They are in full preparation mode, aiming to retain their title. Utility Tuidraki Samusamuvodre says they had a good training…
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua has strengthened its Junior Development Program with the signing of 17-year-old Alfred Cornish. Cornish was a standout performer for Ba Provincial Free Bird Institute during the 2026 Vodafone Super Deans…
In the short time Kavekini Boselawa has been playing rugby, his natural talent has already caught the attention of scouts from the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua, earning him a contract with the club’s development side. The Macuata native…
The Lautoka Rugby Union has finally appointed a head coach for its men’s side, following the resignation of Kiniviliame Bavadra from the role early last month. The union has appointed former captain and coach Peniona Ranitu, who returns to…
The pathway to becoming a professional rugby player is about more than what happens on the field, and the Next Gen Drua Camp is giving Fiji’s young rugby hopefuls the tools to succeed off it as well. ANZ, in partnership with the Fijian…
Tailevu produced a strong all-round performance to defeat neighbours Rewa 32-15 in Round Six of the Skipper Cup at Nakelo District School Grounds this afternoon. In what proved to be a physical and closely contested local battle, Tailevu…
Fiji Water Flying Fijians captain Tevita Ikanivere believes Terio Tamani’s move from sevens to 15s can add another dimension to the national side. Tamani, a long-serving member of Fiji’s sevens programme and a standout for Suva, is now…
Ba is determined to turn the lessons from its recent Skipper Cup campaign into a stronger performance when it takes on Nadroga at Lawaqa Park tomorrow. The side has endured a challenging run of results, but coach Ben Tora believes his…
Taveuni Rugby Union has secured a major boost for its 2026 Skipper Cup campaign, with Merchant Finance Limited coming on board as the union’s Official Naming Rights Partner for its remaining five home matches. The partnership will provide…
Rugby legend Christian Cullen is set to return to Fiji in a new role, after being named an official ambassador for the 2027 McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s and the 20th inductee into the RugbyTown Walk of Fame. Affectionately known as the…
The Vodafone Fijiana XV will look to combine experience, physicality and pace when they take on Japan in a highly anticipated Test tonight. Kick-off is scheduled for 8pm Fiji time, with captain Kolora Lomani leading a side that carries…
Fiji Water Flying Fijians captain Tevita Ikanivere says the team’s tough training sessions are helping build the connection they will need ahead of their Japan tour. The squad has spent the past few days going through demanding sessions,…