Drua has become a vital pathway for homegrown Fijian talent and a place where young players can develop, test themselves against some of the best in the world and, ultimately, earn the greatest honour in Fijian rugby wearing the white jersey of the Flying Fijians.
It was a powerful statement about the growing influence of the Drua and the success of Fiji's domestic professional rugby pathway.
Their stories represented what the Drua pathway is all about, allowing Fijian players to develop at home and then step onto the international stage.
Players who had spent the Super Rugby season playing together now stood shoulder to shoulder in the national jersey, carrying the expectations of an entire nation.
The players include, Peni Ravai, Meli Tuni, Kavaia Tagivetaua, Penaia Cakobau, Mesake Toge, Samuela Tawake, Temo Mayanavanua, Kitione Salawa, Motikiai Murray, and Isoa Tuwai.
The backs include Frank Lomani, Sam Wye, Philip Baselala, Isaiah Ravula, Kemu Valetini, Joji Nasova, Maleli Nauvasi, Tuidraki Samusamuvodre, Virimi Vakatawa and Isikeli Rabitu.
The Flying Fijians will face Canada on 12th September at 7pm in Japan.
