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Overseas based players adjusting well-Dere

Digicel Fiji 7's coach, Alifereti Dere said the overseas based players in the National 7's squad are adjusting well despite being out of top level 7's rugby. Dere said the overseas based players in the s

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Dere to submit squad to FRU tomorrow

Digicel Fiji 7s coach Alifereti Dere has hinted that experienced players and those who have speed to burn are expected to make up the 16 member team that will he will submit to the Fiji Rugby Union tomorrow. The team we

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Old is gold for Nadroga

The oldest player who will feature in the Vodafone Fiji Fact is still in top form. 37-year-old Orisi Vunisa has been training with the Nadroga team. Vunisa who is married with two children was born in Nadroga and also

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IRB says RWC 7s will be retained in Olympics

The International Rugby Board today announced that the Rugby World Cup Sevens tournament will be retained and integrated into the Olympic Games cycle. According to the IRB, the decision to integrate the event within th

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Qera wants to continue momentum

Flying Fijians captain Akapusi Qera said they have laid a good platform for the last two matches of the Pacific Nations Cup after a 33-14 win against the Classic All Blacks last night. Qera said there are some good sign

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Australia 7s duo released for Lions test

Two top Australia 7s players Bernard Foley and Matt Lucas have been released from the squad to join the Waratahs to face the British & Irish Lions in Sydney this weekend. Both players were named earlier this mon

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Nigerian players to feature for Nadroga

The Nadroga soccer team is relying on the senior and incoming Nigerian players as they prepare for the Vodafone Fiji Fact. Defender Luke Rawadamu said veteran Orisi Vunisa and Peni Finau are helping them well to face Ba

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Fijiana 7s aim for top 4 finish

The Fijiana Sevens team is aiming to finish in the top four in the Sevens World Cup in Moscow. Head Coach Timoci Wainiqolo said that the team is still taking its first steps on the international stage, but that is

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Top defender expected to feature for Nadroga

Former National soccer rep Peni Finau is in top form to feature for Nadroga Soccer side in the Vodafone Fiji FACT. The 31-year-old defender made his debut for Fiji at the South Pacific Games 2003 and has played in

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McCaw to return next month

Crusaders regular captain Richie McCaw has confirmed that he is aiming to return to Super Rugby for the play offs which start next month. The 32 year old has been on a New Zealand Rugby Union-approved sabbatical for

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Lautoka hopeful Nigerian striker joins team for 1st round

The Lautoka soccer team is hopeful that their 22-year-old Nigerian striker will join the side by Friday for the first round of the Vodafone Fiji Fact. President Shalendra Prasad said Nelson Odaiji’s inclusion will

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Dallaglio remembers 1993 victory over Fiji

Former England 15s and 7s rugby player Lawrence Dallaglio still cherishes the first ever World Cup 7s tournament in 1993 which they won. Dallaglio said he still remembers their semifinal win over Fiji. Dallaglio added

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Slater defends Volcom Fiji Pro title

Defending champion of the Volcom Fiji Pro Kelly Slater has successfully defended his title in Tavarua Island. The 11-time world champion beat world number 5 Mick Fanning of Australia in the final. The win also moves Sl

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2 top players in doubt for Lautoka

A final decision will be made this Friday whether star midfielder Alvin Avinesh and striker Jone Vono Junior will play for Lautoka in the first round of Vodafone Fiji FACT this weekend. Lautoka soccer president Shal

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1000 runners expected at Olympic Day Fun Run

About 1000 runners are expected to take part in this year’s Olympic Day Fun Run. FASANOC Vice President Radhika Prasad said the event is getting bigger and better every year. Goodman Fielder Fiji will spon

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SA 7s team prepares for World Cup

The South African 7s team will participate in this weekend's Rome 7s as a build up for the World Cup in Moscow. Skipper Kyle Brown will lead an interesting mix of players to the tournament.   Springboks n

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Nakaitaci scores a double for France

Fijian born and French winger Noa Nakaitaci scored two tries in his debut last night against the Blues. The French solid defence and greater spark on attack have carried them to a convincing 38-15 victory over the B

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PM officially opens new ANZ Stadium

The Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama said he is committed to the fitness and well being of the people of Fiji and that is why the government is building integrated sporting centers in the country. Commodo

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Rewa faces major setback

Rewa soccer side faces a major set back as their top defender Lorima Dau has been ruled out from the Vodafone Fiji Fact. Despite the Delta Tigers poor performance in the National Football League, Coach Marika Rodu i

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Classic All Blacks ready for Fiji

The Classic All Blacks are ready to take on the Fiji 15s team tomorrow and they say it is great to come for a game against Fiji as we celebrate 100 years of rugby in the country. Speaking from Denarau in the last ho

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