The historic match between Ra and current Farebrother Trophy holders Nadroga brought the people of Ra together and encouraged young people to focus on rugby, keeping them away from HIV and drugs.
Speaking after the game at Narauyabale Ground, Rakiraki Town Council Special Administrator Peni Duaniwai says hosting a big match in Ra was a blessing for the Province as the game united the people and brought happiness and joy to a community whose members had only dreamed of hosting major sporting events in their province.
He says business was booming, with food vendors making money to support their families and livelihoods during the big match.
Duaniwai says senior citizens in the province who couldn't travel long distances to Suva or Nadi, could just go to Narauyabale Ground and watch their own team take on reigning champions Nadroga.
He says the day would go down in history as one of the most unforgettable moments in rugby, as it brought the people of Ra and Nadroga together.
Tailevu will challenge Nadroga next for the Farebrother Trophy match at Lawaqa Park in Sigatoka.
The date of the challenge will be confirmed soon.
