Springbok Jan-Hendrik Wessels handed nine-match ban for genitals grab
South African hooker Jan-Hendrik Wessels has been handed a nine-game ban for grabbing an opponent's genitals and will not play again this year, missing the Springboks' fo
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Mataele and Rova to feature in NPC final for Canterbury against Otago
Fiji-born and former Marist Brothers High School student Manasa Mataele will start on the wing for Canterbury in the NPC final tomorrow, alongside fellow Fijian and utili
Shop & Save Fijian Warriors beat Australian Country 36-19 in Nadi
The Shop & Save Fijian Warriors have defeated the Australian Country side 36-19 at King Charles Park in Nadi. Featuring a squad packed with rising local talents, t
Seremaia Bai pays tribute to ‘Big Joe’ Veitayaki
Joe Veitayaki was a big man with a big heart, and good sense of humor. This was shared by retired Flying Fijians rep and Pacific Rugby Hall of Famer Seremaia Bai who p
Seremaia Bai pays tribute to ‘Big Joe’ Veitayaki
Joe Veitayaki was a big man with a big heart, and good sense of humor. This was shared by retired Flying Fijians rep and Pacific Rugby Hall of Famer Seremaia Bai who p
Former Flying Fijian Joeli Veitayaki passes away
Former Flying Fijians Prop Joeli Veitayaki has passed away. This has been confirmed by his daughter Talei Veitayaki. Veitayaki made his debut for Fiji against the N
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe makes history as first female Ambassador and Walk of Fame Inductee for the 2026 McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s
Black Ferns sevens sensation and try scoring machine Portia Woodman Wickliffe will make history as she will become the first female Ambassador and Walk of Fame Inductee f
Fijiana 15s rep Komaitai signs with Harlequins ahead of 2025–2026 season
Fijiana 15s representative Manuqalo Komaitai has signed with Harlequins ahead of the 2025–2026 Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) season. Komaitai joins the
Legge to play in honour of grandmother’s strength in battling cancer
Shop N Save Fijian Warriors prop Breyton Legge says watching his grandmother fight breast cancer was one of the hardest times for his family, but her strength and positiv
Change in mindset is biggest challenge for team - Politini
One of the biggest challenges that the Shop N Save Fijian Warriors team is facing is the change in mindset. Head Coach Cohen Politini highlighted this to fijivillage S
Fijian Warriors in top fitness condition despite short turn-around - Politini
Most of the boys have come off the domestic competition while some are part of the eliminations this weekend – which means they are in top fitness condition despit
Owen Farrell left out of England squad ahead of Autumn Nations Series
Owen Farrell has been left out of England's squad ahead of the upcoming Autumn Nations Series. The former England captain featured in midfield for the British and Iris
All gate takings from Fijian Warriors vs Australian Country to go to Fiji Cancer Society
The Fiji Rugby Union is standing in solidarity with Pinktober, with all gate takings from the Shop N Save Fijian Warriors versus Australian Country Stockman rugby match t
Flying Fijians duo Mata and Ravouvou combination help Bristol Bears defeat Gloucester
The combination of FIJI Water Flying Fijians loose forward Viliame Mata and winger Kalaveti Ravouvou stole the spotlight as the duo combined brilliantly to help the Brist
Tuinakauvadra named Wallaroos Player of the Year
Wallaroos back-rower Tabua Tuinakauvadra has been crowned the Wallaroos Player of the Year, becoming the youngest-ever recipient of the award and the first Brumbies playe
Nothing is impossible, Vakatawa shares the heart of Naitasiri Rugby
Naitasiri inside centre Virimi Vakatawa says rugby is more than just a game — it’s about family, friendship, and representing his people. Vakatawaâ€
ANC Cakobau Challenge between Police and Corrections Service to be held at Albert Park on October 31st
The 2025 Armed Native Constabulary Cakobau Bowl Challenge between Police and Fiji Corrections Service will be held at Albert Park on the 31st of this month. The Cakoba
Ba gears up for tough Skipper Cup quarter-final clash with Naitasiri
The Ba men’s team is gearing up for their Skipper Cup quarter-final clash against Naitasiri on Saturday, fully aware of the tough challenge that lies ahead. Spe
England rugby team anticipating big, bruising, brilliant test match against FIJI Water Flying Fijians in November
The England rugby team will be anticipating another exciting game against the FIJI Water Flying Fijians in the upcoming November tour as the Fijians have already defeated
Gock was a man of service, spirit and sportsmanship
Pacific youth and community practitioner Broderick Mervyn has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Patrick Gock, honouring him as a man of the community, selfless, humble
Three players from Vanua Championship makes Fijian Warriors squad
The Shop N Save Fijian Warriors have named a 32-member squad to take on the Australian Country side next Thursday at Prince Charles Park in Nadi. The team includes a m