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Wrap Up – Sydney 7s
Fiji Airways Fijian 7s finished on the podium for the first time since the opening tournament in Hong Kong with an emphatic 29-5 win over France. Thomas Carol had given France an early lead but the setback was only temporary as Fiji quickly got into the groove to score three tries in as many minutes. […]
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Fijian 7s set to face Argentina in Cup Quarters
Fiji Airways Fijian 7s team has sealed a Cup quarterfinal berth beating Samoa 22-12 in their final pool match in front of a jam-packed crowd in Hamilton today. The Waisea Nacuqu-led side defeated France 26-10 in their first pool match before beating Kenya 21-7 and then overcoming a tough Samoa outfit. Head Coach Ben Gollings said […]
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Tuwai and Nagasau back in their teams for Hamilton and Sydney 7s
Dual Olympic Games gold medallist Jerry Tuwai is back into the Fiji Airways Fijian 7s team for the Hamilton and Sydney tournaments. Head Coach Ben Gollings says after missing the last three tournaments, Tuwai is fresh and excited to take up the responsibility and guide the 14-member team during the tour. Lanky Joseva Talacolo has been dropped […]
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Fiji Rugby CEO John O’Connor resigns, Tevita Tuiloa appointed as interim
Fiji Rugby Chief Executive Mr. John O’Connor has resigned effective immediately, after six years in the role since joining the rugby house in 2016. Fiji Rugby Chairman Commodore Humphrey Tawake said “On behalf of the FRU Board, we would like to thank Mr. O’Connor for his service and contribution not only as the leader at the […]
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Seruvakula steps down as Fijiana Head Coach but remains FRU employee.
The Fiji Rugby Union has today confirmed that the Fijiana and Rooster Chicken Fijiana Drua Head Coach Senirusi Seruvakula has decided to step down from his position. FRU Board Chairman, Commodore Tawake, highlighted that after the World Cup and having time to reflect, Coach Senirusi Seruvakula has now confirmed his intentions to step down from […]
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Fiji Rugby releases Rooster Chicken Fijiana Drua extended squad
Fiji Rugby has named the Rooster Chicken Fijiana Drua 42-member extended squad that kicks off its preparation for the 2023 Super W Championship on Monday. FRU Chief Executive John O’Connor said the team consists of local players who have been actively training during the off-season and those who were scouted during the women’s provincial competition […]
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Rooster Chicken Fijiana Drua to defend Super W title with two home matches for next season
Rooster Chicken Fijiana Drua’s participation in the 2023 Super W Championship has been confirmed with two home and three away round-robin matches. The season kicks off on the 25th of March and the Fijian fans will be able to watch the Super W champions play their opening match against the Brumbies at Prince Charles Park. […]
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Naduva is back in the fold while Wilson, Delaiwau and Bese to make debut for Fijiana 7s
Fiji Airways Fijian 7s Head Coach Ben Gollings have included speedster Alasio Naduva in his 13-member traveling squad to Dubai and Cape Town tournaments. After playing in a few local competitions, Naduva forced his way into the extended squad. He is expected to bring in experience and provide speed on the wing. Gollings said it […]
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Flying Fijians plan to finish on a high note in the final ANS test match
Flying Fijians Head Coach Vern Cotter has managed to line up a formidable side despite the team facing player suspension and injuries. Cotter has made 7 changes from the Irish match to his 23-member squad in the hope to continue its unbeaten record against the French Barbarians on Sunday. He said “We have been addressing […]
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Fijian 7s undergoing a four-day training camp in Levuka
The Fiji Airways Fijian 7s team has shifted their training camp to the Old Capital City, Levuka as they prepare for Dubai and Cape Town tournaments in a fortnight’s time. The extended squad left for Levuka yesterday and since then have gone through a few training sessions, schools and community visits. Head Coach Ben Gollings […]
