A new champion will be crowned next week in the Escott Shield during the Suva Rugby Club competition.

Police Blues laced with Suva and Fiji Warriors reps of Maciu Vakaruru, Sireli Temo, Samu Bola and Mosese Fatiaki defeated defending champions Lomaiviti in the semifinal today by 18 points to 15 at the National Stadium.

Both teams were locked at 15-all after the final whistle and the match had to go into the extra time where Police Blue kicked a penalty to seal their place in the final.

Lomaiviti had the services of former National reps Marika Vunibaka and Samu Saumaisue.

Meanwhile the second semifinal between Army Green and Marist has started. The winner of this match will face Police Blues in week's final at the National Stadium.