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Giving back to Fiji's rugby community is what inspired Miller to take the role

Giving back to Fiji's rugby community is what inspired Miller to take the role

By Mikaele Liga
09/01/2026
Jeff Miller

Giving back to Fiji’s rugby community from the deep pool of talent in rural areas to producing stars in professional environments is what inspired Jeff Miller to take on the role of Chief Executive Officer of the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua.

Miller, a former Rugby World Cup–winning Wallaby and experienced sports administrator, officially commenced his role in January 2026.

He succeeds Mark Evans, who led the club from 2022 through to the end of 2025.

Bringing extensive experience in both rugby and corporate leadership, Miller aims to build on the Drua’s on-field success while continuing to grow the brand on a global stage.

Miller says he is extremely excited to step into the role and is focused on leveraging his unique blend of elite rugby experience and corporate expertise to take the Drua to greater heights and create stronger pathways for Fijian rugby talent.

Insert: Miller on Drua Excitement  – 9 January ML

Meanwhile, Shop N Save Supermarket has also renewed its Naming Rights sponsorship of Super Rugby Pacific which will cover the 2026, 2027 and 2028 seasons.

Shop N Save Executive Director Nisheel Deo Kisun says they are proud to continue their partnership with the Fijian Drua for the 2026 season, as the official naming rights sponsor of the Fijian Drua for this season.

Kisun says this commitment reflects their strong belief in Fijian rugby, the Drua brand, and what the team represents for the nation, which is pride, resilience, and unity.

He says that as the official supermarket of the Fijian Drua and Shop N Save will continue to play an integral role in match-day activities and fan-focused throughout the partnership period.


The 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season will kick off on the 13th of next month, with the Fijian Drua's first match is against Moana Pasifika on the 14th at 3.35pm at Churchill Park, Lautoka. 

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