The McDonald's Fiji Drua Women are preparing for a fierce battle against the Western Force as they gear up for their first home match of the Super Rugby Women season at Churchill Park in Lautoka on Saturday.
Head Coach Mike Legge believes the Australian side will bring a familiar but challenging approach, centred around their experienced and physical forward pack.
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Legge says the Drua coaching staff had spent considerable time analysing the Force's strengths and developing strategies to counter their physical game.
@fijivillage.com Fiji Drua Women coach Mike Legge expects a tough challenge from the Western Force's experienced and physical forward pack when the sides meet in Lautoka on Saturday. Legge says the team has closely analysed the Force and developed strategies to counter their strengths. The Fiji Drua Women will take on the Western Force on Saturday at Churchill Park, Lautoka at 2pm.
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The Drua received encouraging news on the injury front, with most of the squad declared fit following their opening-round fixture.
Legge says they had one injury concern, which was Sulita Waisega, who they withdrew from the game.
He says everyone else has been declared fully fit.
Legge revealed that Waisega suffered an AC joint and shoulder injury during the team's trial match against the Queensland Reds.
Despite the setback, the Drua coach is confident his side will deliver an improved performance in front of their home supporters.
The Fiji Drua Women will take on the Western Force tomorrow at Churchill Park, Lautoka at 2pm.
