Irresponsible behaviour of players condemned by CEO

Fiji Rugby Chief Executive Officer John O’Connor, has this afternoon strongly condemned and expressed great disappointment towards the actions and behavior of two rugby players who are believed to have returned to Fiji recently and failed to follow lawful instructions regarding self isolation to protect other Fijians at risk of catching COVID 19.

“We strongly condemn the behavior of these two players and their disregard for lawful instructions to self-isolate themselves.

The Fiji Rugby family wants to put on record our great disappointment at the irresponsible behavior of these two players putting their families and other Fijians at risk. Such irresponsible behavior is totally unacceptable, and we support the actions of the Police in arresting these two players and any further action taken against them.

Fiji Rugby will take appropriate disciplinary actions against the professional rugby players including reporting this highly irresponsible behaviour to their Clubs and World Rugby,” O’Connor highlighted.

Mr O’Connor  further extends his gratitude on behalf of Fiji Rugby to all the Affiliate Unions and the staff, rugby players, match officials, administrators and supporters for their support in these difficult times and urged the Rugby family to stay home, be safe and comply with all instructions given by Government.