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Malolo storm back to stun Naitasiri in Skipper Cup thriller
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Malolo storm back to stun Naitasiri in Skipper Cup thriller

Malolo Rugby produced a stunning second-half comeback to edge Naitasiri 27-24 in a thrilling Battle of Champions clash in the Skipper Cup at Lawaqa Park in Sigatoka this afternoon. Naitasiri appeared firmly in control at halftime, taking a…

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Feaunati tasked with lifting Fiji women’s rugby
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Feaunati tasked with lifting Fiji women’s rugby

Fiji Rugby has appointed Fusi Feaunati as its new Head of Performance for Women’s Rugby, with a focus on strengthening the pathway from grassroots participation to the international stage. Fiji Rugby General Manager High Performance Naca…

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Special visit for Nadi ruggers
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Special visit for Nadi ruggers

Yesterday’s visit to Loloma Home in Nadi was all about reminding members of the Nadi Senior Men’s side of who they play for when they don the Nadi jersey. The home cares for single mothers and children who have experienced abuse and other…

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Bledisloe Cup and NPC quarterfinals live on FBC Sports
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Bledisloe Cup and NPC quarterfinals live on FBC Sports

Fans will be treated to an action-packed weekend on FBC Sports starting tomorrow. Rugby fans are going to enjoy some great action beginning with the Skipper Cup clash tomorrow between champs Malolo and Naitasiri at Lawaqa Park at 4pm.…

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Sukuna Bowl join forces with Subrails again
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Sukuna Bowl join forces with Subrails again

From helping furnish homes to assisting in strengthening communities, Subrails is extending its commitment beyond the showroom by renewing its partnership with the 2026 Vodafone Ratu Sukuna Bowl. The much-anticipated sporting event brings…

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Skipper champs set for Naitasiri clash
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Skipper champs set for Naitasiri clash

Defending Skipper Cup champions Malolo are searching for answers after being held to an 18-all draw by Tailevu last weekend. The result adds to a difficult run for the side, which has struggled to find consistency since round 7. Head coach…

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Baleirara urges players to remain focused
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Baleirara urges players to remain focused

Despite securing a big win last weekend, Nadroga Under-20 head coach Jale Baleirara is reminding his players to stay focused as they gear up for another important game. The side knows how important this next round will be and will use the…

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RFMF out to end five-year wait
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RFMF out to end five-year wait

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces will be looking to end their five-year wait for the Sukuna Bowl when the annual competition gets underway next month. Lieutenant Colonel Jiuta Baleisolomone says five years is long enough for the…

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Frizell gets another All Blacks shot
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Frizell gets another All Blacks shot

Shannon Frizell is back in the All Blacks fold, and he is determined to finish what he started. Frizell’s last Test was the 2023 Rugby World Cup final, where New Zealand went down 12-11 to South Africa after playing most of the match with…

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Rugby champs clash on Friday
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Rugby champs clash on Friday

Fiji’s rugby champions, Naitasiri and Malolo, will clash in Sigatoka on Friday in round 11 of the Skipper Cup. Skipper Cup champs Malolo and Farebrother Trophy holders Naitasiri play at 4pm, and the match will air live on FBC Sports.…

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FBC to show Sukuna Bowl live
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FBC to show Sukuna Bowl live

The Fijian Broadcasting Corporation has renewed its partnership with the Sukuna Bowl organizing committee ahead of the tournament next month. FBC TV Manager Sitiveni Halofaki says they are always excited to bring the highly anticipated…

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Sukuna Bowl takes aim at drug abuse
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Sukuna Bowl takes aim at drug abuse

The 2026 Sukuna Bowl will be about more than competition on the field, with this year’s tournament taking a strong stand against drug abuse and HIV. Preparations are already underway for the annual contest between the Fiji Military Forces…

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Malolo look to regroup ahead of Naitasiri clash
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Malolo look to regroup ahead of Naitasiri clash

Defending Skipper Cup champions Malolo are searching for answers after being held to an 18-all draw by Tailevu on Saturday. The result adds to a difficult run for the side, which has struggled to find consistency since Round 7 of the…

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Big boost for 2026 Sukuna Bowl
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Big boost for 2026 Sukuna Bowl

Vodafone Fiji has strengthened its commitment to the annual Sukuna Bowl, increasing its sponsorship to $100,000 for this year’s competition. Speaking at the sponsorship announcement, head of PR and Sponsorship Adriu Vakarau says the…

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Nadi’s strategic preparation for Skipper Cup intensifies
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Nadi’s strategic preparation for Skipper Cup intensifies

In a bid to sharpen their competitive edge ahead of their Skipper Cup clash against Naitasiri last week, the Nadi Rugby Union adopted a new preparation strategy that has caught the attention of fans and experts alike. Unlike the usual…

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Rennie explains Kirifi snub
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Rennie explains Kirifi snub

All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has bluntly explained Du’Plessis Kirifi’s continued omission, saying the Hurricanes co-captain is not currently the country’s best No.7. Kirifi, an eight-Test All Black, last played for New Zealand in the 2025…

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Nadi beats Naitasiri at home
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Nadi beats Naitasiri at home

The top-of-the-table Skipper Cup clash between Nadi and Naitasiri lived up to expectations, but it was the jetsetters who came out on top with a 27-23 victory at Ratu Cakobau Park in Nausori. The two sides were evenly matched, but Nadi…

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Seruvakula boosts Naitasiri preparations
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Seruvakula boosts Naitasiri preparations

Naitasiri is drawing on the experience of Fiji Water Flying Fijians head coach Senirusi Seruvakula as it enters the business end of the Skipper Cup competition. Seruvakula, a former Naitasiri coach and representative, joined the team’s…

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Suva remains focused
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Suva remains focused

Suva faces an uphill battle when it takes on Taveuni in Round 10 of the Skipper Cup competition tomorrow. Suva currently sits sixth on the points table with 26 points after nine rounds, having recorded four wins, one draw and four losses.…

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From football fields to rugby leadership
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From football fields to rugby leadership

Former Vunimono Secondary School student Saula Qiolevu never imagined that his journey from football to rugby would eventually see him lead one of the top sides in the Skipper Cup. The 24-year-old lock is captaining Naitasiri for the…

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Lautoka regroup ahead of Navosa clash
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Lautoka regroup ahead of Navosa clash

Lautoka is turning its attention to the final two rounds of the competition after last weekend’s 17-14 defeat to Taveuni over the weekend at Wairiki School grounds. Head coach Peniona Ranitu says the side remains grateful for the…

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Mataele extends stay with Fijian Drua
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Mataele extends stay with Fijian Drua

Former All Black Manasa Mataele has extended his contract with the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua for another year, keeping him with the club ahead of the 2027 Shop N Save Super Pacific season. Mataele heads into the new campaign fresh from…

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Naitasiri Rugby hold top spot
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Naitasiri Rugby hold top spot

Naitasiri Rugby continues to set the pace in the Skipper Cup Senior competition after nine rounds, holding a slender one-point lead at the top of the standings. Naitasiri has recorded seven wins from nine matches, with two losses,…

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Competition intensifying in Skipper and Marama Cup
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Competition intensifying in Skipper and Marama Cup

The race for a place in the Skipper and Marama Cup quarter-finals is heating up, with just two rounds of competition remaining before the top teams are confirmed. Round 11 gets underway this weekend, with matches scheduled across the…

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