5 December, 2025, 7:51 pm Central - 25°C Clouds

Hayne and Sutton to strengthen Bati for Pacific Bowl Championship - Kativerata

Hayne and Sutton to strengthen Bati for Pacific Bowl Championship - Kativerata

Former NRL star Jarryd Hayne and former Rabbitohs lock John Sutton are in the country to assist Vodafone Fiji Bati Head Coach Wise Kativerata prepare the team for the Pacific Rugby League Bowl Championship.

Kativerata says he has brought in Hayne and Sutton to assist the team adding the two players are part of a strategic effort to elevate the image of rugby league in the country.

He also says the inclusion of these seasoned professionals aims to bolster the team’s preparations, offering guidance and sharing valuable insights with the current squad.

He adds that the combination of Hayne’s on-field vision and Sutton’s tactical advice will be instrumental in shaping the team’s strategy for the crucial match this weekend.

Kativerata believes that with the added support from Hayne and Sutton, the team is well-positioned to make a strong statement on the field and inspire the next generation of rugby league players in Fiji.

The Bati will host the Kumuls at 8:10pm this Saturday at the HFC Bank Stadium.

FNRL
FEATURE NEWS
Attorney General must work closely with the GCC on reform of native land laws - President
The principle of free, prior, informed consent or the requirement for effective consultations is crucial to the reform of our laws on native land and ...
3 hours ago
LATEST NEWS
Deaf respondents were among the most affected by online abuse during COVID-19 survey
Findings from the Fiji Disabled People’s Federation and the Disability Rights Fund survey show that during COVID-19, 24 percent of respondents ...
2 hours ago

$140,000 renovation project of Empower Pacific Counselling Centre aims to provide improved services
A $140,000 renovation project, funded through a donation by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has seen the soft-launch of the Empower ...
2 hours ago

People's Fiji and Next Gen Alliance Party applications released for public objection
The Fijian Elections Office has confirmed the publication of applications from two proposed political parties. Speaking to the media, Supervisor ...
2 hours ago

Tourism Fiji strengthens its engagement with operators in Vanua Levu and Taveuni
A platform for open discussion on opportunities, constraints, and pathways to improve tourism outcomes in Vanua Levu and Taveuni was the main focus ...
4 hours ago

Vou makes history as first Fijians to headline major NZ Arts Festival
A proud moment for Fiji’s creative industry is on the horizon, as Vou Dance Company prepares to make history on two of New Zealand’s major arts ...
5 hours ago



Stay tuned for the latest news on our radio stations

CFL radio frequencies
IN DEPTH
Fiji Law Society Convention 2025
There is a constant struggle that we seem to have in Fiji with upholding and respecting the rule of law, and in my view, I think it starts at the ...
10 hours ago

Tribunal case of suspended Commissioner of Corrections Dr Nakarawa
Tribunal proceedings for suspended Corrections Commissioner Dr Nakarawa are underway, focusing on allegations of misbehaviour during his tenure as ...
10 hours ago

Inspire Pacific Founder Ben Morrison and Peer Mentor Tikiko Tavualevu on fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Narayan
Pastor Ben Morrison and Tikiko Tavualevu on fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Narayan as they discuss Inspire Pacific’s specialised ...
1 day ago

TOP