Fiji Pearls pip Samoa
The Fiji Pearls have won their second game after beating Samoa 50-46 in the Pacific Netball Series. Head Coach Julie Hornwegg said she is happy with the new players especially on how they stepped up against some of
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All Blacks name experienced team to face England
The All Blacks coach has struck a balance between future and present in naming three new caps on the reserves bench to play England at Eden Park. Centre Malakai Fekitoa, lock Patrick Tuipulotu and halfback TJ Peren
Flying Fijians visit Hilton Special School
It was an enjoyable day for the students of Hilton Special School as members of the Vodafone Flying Fijians team visited them today. An emotional Flying Fijians Captain Akapusi Qera said they could not ask for more
Inside backs should create more opportunity for wingers - Bell
“The inside backs should create more opportunity for our wings.” That’s the word of Vodafone Flying Fijians backline coach Andre Bell during their training session yesterday at the ANZ Stadium.
Eels re-sign Radradra
The Parramatta Eels have re‑signed Vodafone Fiji Bati winger Semi Radradra to a four-year NRL contract extension. The deal will keep Radradra at the club until the end of the 2018 season. After debuting for
Kuridrani named to start for Wallabies
Fiji born and Brumbies centre Tevita Kuridrani has been named to start for the Wallabies when they meet France this Saturday. Kuridrani will start alongside Brumbies teammate Matt Toomua in the centers position.
Fiji Pearls Skipper believes they have improved their match fitness
The Fiji Pearls expects a similar style of play from Samoa compared to Cook Islands this afternoon in the Pacific Netball Series. Pearls skipper Matila Waqanidrola said most of the Samoan players are based in New Z
Fiji Pearls beat Cook Islands
The Fiji Pearls have started the defense of their Pacific Netball Series title in impressive style after beating hosts Cook Islands 58-36 in the last hour. Pearls Skipper Matila Waqanidrola said they never gave Coo
Italy use test to prepare for RWC
Italy will use this weekend’s test match against the Vodafone Flying Fijians as a great way to prepare for next year’s Rugby World Cup. Manager Luigi Torini said the Flying Fijians speed will be an area
Koroisau signs with Panthers
Vodafone Fiji Bati and South Sydney Rabbitohs hooker Apisai Koroisau has signed a two year contract with the Penrith Panthers. Koroisau will join the Panthers from next year. The 21-year-old will team up with
Kaino or Vito to start in place of Read
Jerome Kaino or Victor Vito will start at number eight for the All Blacks against England this weekend. Kieran Read has been ruled out of Saturday’s test against England after experiencing concussion like sym
Fiji Pearls prepare for Cook Islands
The Fiji Pearls side is counting down the hours as they prepare to meet the host Cook Islands in the first Pacific Netball Series match. Defending champions Fiji defeated Cook Islands 60-41 in the series last year.
3 All Blacks in doubt for England test
Three All Blacks players are in doubt for the opening test against England this Saturday. Coach Steve Hansen has withdrawn Kieran Read after an ongoing head problem which has affected his season, wing Julian Savea
Vosawai excited to be back on Fiji soil
Italy number eight and Fijian born Manoa Vosawai is looking forward to playing again at the ANZ Stadium after 10 years. Vosawai who will be a key player for Italy played his last match at the Stadium in 2004 when h
Fiji U20 loses to Wales in JWC
The Vodafone Fiji Under-20 rugby side lost to Wales 48-19 in their first match of the Junior World Championship in New Zealand. Prop forward Aseri Robarobalevu, captain Akuila Tabualevu and Veniona Toga scored for F
Rauluni plans for Italy match
The Vodafone Flying Fijians will have to get over the advantage line first before they can do anything else. Defense coach and 2007 World Cup skipper Mosese Rauluni said one of the major issues he is trying to addre
Four Fiji U20 overseas based players to start against Wales
All the four overseas based players in the Vodafone Fiji Under-20 rugby side will start against Wales this afternoon in their first Junior World championship match. Vincent Sosefo has been named at number eight, Eli
Fiji U20 soccer players receive gift packs
The Vodafone Fiji Under-20 soccer players today received gift packs from their major sponsors including top of the range phones after they created history by qualifying for next year’s FIFA Under-20 World Cup in N
Rokoduguni debut for England 15
Fiji Born Semesa Rokoduguni did not make a dream debut for the England XV side as they lost 39-29 to the Barbarians at Twickenham. Rokoduguni played on the right wing. Former All Black winger Hosea Gear scored t
Key stresses Fiji’s return to Pacific Islands Forum
New Zealand Prime Minister John Key is reiterating potential support for Fiji to return to the Pacific Islands Forum. Key’s comments come as he leaves for a tour to visit Samoa, Tonga and Niue. Key says the retu