With the business end of the season approaching, every point will be crucial as teams look to strengthen their positions on the table and build momentum heading into the remaining rounds.
In the feature match of the round, unbeaten Nadi will host Nadroga at King Charles Park in what promises to be a highly anticipated Western derby.
Nadi comes into the match following an impressive 57–36 victory over Ba last weekend, while Nadroga will be looking to build on its 31–22 win over Malolo.
At 4R Stadium in Ba, Ba will welcome Naitasiri in another important encounter.
Both sides will be determined to bounce back and make their mark after contrasting results in Round 7.
Suva will take on Malolo at the Suva Grammar School Ground, with the capital side aiming to turn its recent form into another positive result.
Suva played out a 17–17 draw with Lautoka last weekend, while Malolo went down 31–22 to Nadroga.
At Ratu Cakobau Park in Nausori, Tailevu will face Lautoka.
Tailevu will enter the contest with confidence after defeating Kadavu 30–10 in Round 7, while Lautoka will be looking to improve after sharing the points with Suva.
Rewa will host Navosa at the Burebasaga Grounds, while Taveuni will meet Kadavu on the Garden Island.
Taveuni narrowly lost 35–31 to Rewa last weekend, while Kadavu suffered a 30–10 defeat against Tailevu.
All six matches are expected to provide another competitive afternoon of provincial rugby, with teams knowing that the results could have a significant impact as the Skipper Cup race continues.
The Round 8 matches kick off at 3pm, except for the Nadi–Nadroga clash, which starts at 3.30pm.
