Ratu Kadavulevu School produced a dramatic late fightback to edge Marist Brothers High School 17-15 in a tense Vodafone Deans Under-15 final this morning.

RKS went into halftime with a slender 9-7 lead, but Marist refused to let the game slip away, setting up a gripping finish.

With the clock running down, RKS dug deep and threw everything into one final push.

Their persistence paid off as they crossed for the match-winning try after the final hooter, sparking wild celebrations.

For Marist, it was a heartbreaking finish after coming so close, while RKS had the final say in a contest decided by nerve, hunger and a last-gasp surge.

The games continue at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva, and you can watch the LIVE action on FBC Sports.