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16 time BOG winner Ba have history on their side

The Ba soccer team will have history on their side when they play at the 2016 Inkk Mobile BOG this weekend at Ratu Cakobau Park. Since the tournament began in 1978, Ba has won the title 16 times, however their last

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Tamanivalu in the mix to start for All Blacks

Once again the All Blacks have a tricky midfield puzzle to solve with the selectors having to decide whether to pick Anton Lienert‑Brown, Seta Tamanivalu or Rieko Ioane to start against Australia this week. The c

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US football teams interested in Rooney

Portland Timbers owner says Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney would be a great signing for Major League Soccer in the US. England’s record goalscorer still has three years left on the five‑year Manches

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Pulu to return for Counties Manukau

August Pulu will suit up this Sunday for his first 15s run in over 14 months. The 26‑year‑old Counties Manukau halfback has had to quickly 'park' his disappointment after the Rio Olympics to refocus on

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Western Sydney Rams signs Ravouvou

The Western Sydney Rams have signed Fijian Olympic gold medalist Vatemo Ravouvou for the 2016 National Rugby Championship season.  Ravouvou was unveiled in the Rams squad earlier today. Ravovou has repres

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Fiji Football Association to meet regarding suspended duo

The Fiji Football Association Board of Control will meet this Saturday to decide on the date of hearing for suspended players, Kolinio Sivoki and Sakaraia Naisua. This has been confirmed by National Soccer team Dir

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Hayne to play fullback against Panthers

Jarryd Hayne's anticipated return to his favoured fullback position will come this Saturday in the Titans' crucial clash with the Panthers with David Mead the unfortunate player forced to make way. After a

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Vunivalu, Munster lead Storm’s backline charge

Melbourne Storm's backline is beginning to fire just before the NRL finals with Cameron Munster and Suliasi Vunivalu leading the charge. The fullback and winger were instrumental in the Storm's 38‑18 win

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Dakuwaqa’s mum remembers her son’s struggles

Masivesi Dakuwaqa’s mother remembers how her son struggled at the beginning of his rugby career when she looks at what he has achieved now. Kelera Vuetibau says she recalls when Dakuwaqa wanted sporting gear

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Giteau's Wallabies career ends in despair

Matt Giteau's Wallabies career has ended in despair. Scans have revealed the veteran centre broke his ankle during the heavy loss to the All Blacks in Sydney. He is out for the rest of the Rugby Championsh

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Lautoka monitor health of two players ahead of BOG

The Singh’s Rental Lautoka Soccer side will be closely monitoring the health of two key players in their team ahead of the 2016 Inkk Mobile BOG this Friday. Team Spokesperson Abdul Kadir says Jone Vono and Pe

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Wallabies vow to hit back

The Wallabies are vowing to hit back in Saturday's second Bledisloe Cup test in Wellington. After being thumped 42‑8 in Sydney, Australia's defence coach Nathan Grey says they are embarrassed but their sh

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Tamanivalu included into All Blacks squad after injuries

Uncapped wing Reiko Ioane is among five players called into the All Blacks squad for their Rugby Championship clash with Australia on Saturday. This is after a list of injuries hit the team in their first clash in

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Rabbitohs hand Sharks third loss in a row

The Cronulla Sharks have slumped to a three‑game losing run with a 12‑6 loss to the South Sydney Rabbitohs last night. It rounds out a winless month for Shane Flanagan's side, with a draw against the Titans

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Rio Olympic Games end with a spectacular carnival

The Rio Olympic Games has ended with a spectacular carnival inspired closing ceremony and the official handover to 2020 hosts Tokyo. The colorful ceremony, lasting almost three hours, celebrated Brazil's arts a

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Wallabies named as the worst Australian team in a decade

Michael Cheika’s Wallabies have been named as the worst Australian team in a decade following their devastating loss to the All Blacks last weekend. The 42‑8 thumping was the Wallabies' fifth loss in a

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