Takia Prevail in Rain-Soaked Battle Against Bilibili
Takia bounced back from their opening round performance to secure a convincing 27–17 victory over Bilibili in a hard-fought Round 2 match of the NA SOKO Women’s Tournament. Played under persistent rain, the encounter tested both teams’ adaptability and grit, but it was Takia’s simple, structured rugby that made the difference.
The first half was a tightly contested affair with both sides scoring once to head into the break tied at 5-all. Takia’s try came from Repeka Mata, while Raijieli Uluinayau touched down for Bilibili, setting the tone for a physical second stanza.
After the break, Takia stepped up the intensity. Aqela Raitubu was the standout performer, slicing through Bilibili’s defense to register a brilliant hat-trick. Luse Vakaloloma added another try, and Repeka Mata capped off her performance with a conversion to stretch Takia’s lead.
Bilibili responded with tries from Ada Dansey and Kesaia Senikuba, and a conversion from Jennifer Ravutia, but it wasn’t enough to overturn Takia’s momentum. Despite showing better structure and intent than in Round 1, Bilibili struggled to contain Takia’s direct running and support play.
Coach Reactions
🗣️ Taione Ratu (Takia Assistant Coach):
“Compared to last week, the team showed better structure today. We stuck to the basics—maintaining possession and going forward. The rain affected our style, but I’m proud of how we executed key areas, especially with improved tackle technique.”
🗣️ Sale Tubuna (Bilibili Assistant Coach):
“First of all, I thank the Lord for today’s game. Credit to Takia—they came out hungry and it showed. Our girls stayed focused and kept their shape, but we’ll go back to the drawing board and prepare better. Today, Takia just wanted it more.”
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ROUND 2 – MATCH 2
TAKIA 27 BILIBILI 17
Half-Time: 5-5
Referee: Meresiana Savenaca
Kick Off: 12:00 mid-day
TAKIA (1-15): Taufa Ravouvou, Vasiti Vuiyalo, Kesaia Lawedrau, Mere Biau, Kelera Ubi, Loata Talilevu, Kalesi Naruma, Teresia Matea, Repeka Mata, Kinisalote Vusawa, Suluweti Lovaki, Merewai Cumu, Aseri Delai, Aqela Raitubu, Losana Kuruibua
RESERVES : Bulou Wainikiyi, Adi Keri Lawavou, Elina Ratauluva, Mere Adilenu, Elenoa Manini, Ulamila Likubai, Limaina Wai, Laisani Watikadi, Timaima Ravisa, Anabella Satala
Tries: Aqela Raitubu (3), Luse Vakaloloma, Repeka Mata,
Con: Repeka Mata
BILIBILI (1-15): Makereta Tunidau, Selai Naliva, Ada Dansey, Rosemary Qoro, Elenoa Dauni, Sainiana Qoro, Ilisapeci Molikula, Seini Yaco, Tanya Tepa, Reijeli Uluinayau, Merewalesi Kado, Loata Berenado, Litiana Lawedrau, Kesaia Senikuba, Adi Ciba Nareki
RESERVES: Selina Baselala, Siteri Mataele, Tupou Daveta, Pearl Grace, Vika Naibena, Jennifer Ravutia, Milika Druguvanua, Younis Bese,
Iliana Bakeirewa, Carletta Yee
Tries: Kesaia Senikuba, Raijieli Uluinayau, Ada Dansey
Con: Jen Ravutia