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Canberra is a hard place to win a rugby match - Jackson

Canberra is a hard place to win a rugby match - Jackson

By Mikaele Liga
20/04/2026

Winning a Super Rugby match in Canberra the home of the ACT Brumbies, is widely considered one of the toughest challenges, making the Swire Shipping Drua’s victory there impressive and a strong reflection of the team’s performance.

Speaking to fijivillage News after Saturday’s match, Drua head coach Glen Jackson praised his players for sticking to their system and game plan, highlighting their discipline and defensive effort as key factors in the win.

Jackson also commended the senior players for leading by example, expressing hope that Issak  Fines Leileiwasa, Temo Mayanavanua, and Virimi Vakatawa will continue their strong form in upcoming matches.

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The Drua will take on the Chiefs this Sunday at 4:30pm.

Looking at this week's matches, the Crusaders will take on the Waratahs at 7.35pm Friday, the Hurricanes will meet the Brumbies at 5.05pm Saturday, the Blues will take on the Reds at 7.35pm, the Highlanders will face Moana Pasifika at 2pm Sunday.

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