19 December, 2025, 3:58 pm Central - 24°C Rain

Playing at home is incredibly special - Tabua Tuinakauvadra

Playing at home is incredibly special - Tabua Tuinakauvadra

By Marika Rasekaseka
30/04/2025

Wallaroos 15s forward Tabua Tuinakauvadra is set to make his debut for the Wallaroos this Saturday when they take on the Vodafone Fijiana XVs at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva.

Speaking to fijivillage News, Tuinakauvadra says they are aiming for an exciting match while keeping a tight defensive line, adding that they don’t want to let anyone through.

The 22-year-old, who also plays for the ACT Brumbies and hails from Nadroga, will take the field with pride as she represents Australia on Fijian soil.

Tuinakauvadra says the opportunity to play at home is incredibly special, especially with her family expected to be in the stands.

She adds that expectations within the Wallaroos camp are high as the team gears up for a physical encounter against a passionate Fijian side.

Tuinakauvadra says rugby fans can expect a spectacle as the Wallaroos look to showcase an exciting brand of rugby.

The Wallaroos vs Fijiana XVs match kicks off at 5pm this Saturday at HFC Bank Stadium.

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