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Gillett makes comeback from shoulder injury

Brisbane star Matt Gillett will finally make his comeback from a shoulder injury for the Broncos crucial round 22 NRL match against the Dragons in tonight’s NRL game. The 27‑year‑old was due to return for

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Super Rugby final a momentous occasion for Cory Jane

Saturday's Super Rugby final against the Lions in Wellington will be a momentous occasion for veteran Hurricanes wing Cory Jane. The 33‑year‑old who has made more than 100 appearances for the Hurricanes is

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Messam on standby for All Blacks 7s team to Rio

There has been a late change to the New Zealand Rugby Sevens men's squad for the Rio Olympics, with Teddy Stanaway ruled out through injury. Stanaway injured his hand in a warm‑up game against the United Stat

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Trip to Brazil earlier was beneficial - Farina

As Team Fiji men's soccer side prepares to play in its first ever Olympic games, coach Frank Farina says the trip earlier in the year to Brazil was beneficial. Speaking from Rio, Farina says the trip has helped

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RKS fit and ready for semifinal against Marist

With no major injuries, the Ratu Kadavulevu School Under 18 rugby team is fit and ready for their semifinal clash against Marist this weekend. There were some minor injury concerns for star fullback Epeli Tuimereke

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Lions can win Super Rugby title - Keohane

The Lions have broken the stereotype of South African rugby and can create history by winning the Super Rugby title. That's the belief of respected South African rugby writer Mark Keo-hane as a wave of optimism

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Hayne confirmed to play against Warriors this weekend

Jarryd Hayne has been confirmed to play for the Titans against the Warriors in Round 22 of the NRL this weekend. Hayne officially singed a two year contract with the Titans yesterday upon arriving at the Gold Coast

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I wish my father was here to see my achievement - Veremalua

“I wish my father was here to see my achievement.” Those were the words of Jasa Veremalua who remembers his late father who inspired him to never give up on his dreams. Born and raised in Korotogo,

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Mulevoro-Veitokani to go head to head in Skipper Cup final

They were team mates a few weeks ago and are expected to face off in the Skipper Cup final this Saturday. RC Manubhai Suva fly half Emosi Mulevoro and BLK Nadroga’s Alivereti Veitokani were competing for the

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Lions skipper on course to play in Super Rugby final

Lions coach Johan Ackermann has indicated injured skipper Warren Whiteley is on course to play the Super Rugby final against the Hurricanes. The inspirational Whitely has played less than an hour since injuring a s

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Spotlight on Fiji 7s team continues

The spotlight on the Fiji 7s team continues as we slowly approach the first ever 7s competition in the Olympics next week. Fiji 7s stories have been featured on the CNN, Eurosport, Indian Express, and other French,

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RKS plans to step up their game in Deans semis

Coke Zero Deans Under 18 defending champion, Ratu Kadavulevu School believes their key players will need to step up in their semifinal clash against Marist to claim a spot in the final. The Lodoni brigade admitted

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Jackson appointed to ref Super Rugby final

Glen Jackson has been appointed to referee Saturday's Super Rugby Final between the Hurricanes and Lions at Westpac Stadium, Wellington. The 40‑year‑old New Zealander is a former fly‑half who played for B

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Frizell cited for conduct against match official charge

Dragons youngster Tyson Frizell will miss his side's game against the Brisbane Broncos after being found guilty at the judiciary last night of his contrary conduct B contact with a match official charge. The Dr

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Proud moment for Singh

Team Fiji men’s soccer defender, Alvin Singh says it is a proud moment for him and his family as he will be representing Fiji in the Olympics adding that he is looking forward to the games. Singh recalls how

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