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Public expectations too high for All Blacks

The New Zealand rugby public’s expectations of the world champion All Blacks might be a bit too high. Despite the win against South Africa there has been a bit of criticism over the All Blacks’ efforts i

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Suva face Ba in NSL title decider

Suva will be looking to create history this afternoon when they take on Ba as the Capital city side is chasing their third National Soccer League Title. Apart from battling for top honors on the National Soccer Leag

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Wallabies rally to deny Pumas famous victory

Argentina stood on the brink of a remarkable first victory in the Rugby Championship before Australia rallied to prevail 23-19 on Saturday. The Pumas looked on course for a famous win after two quick tries saw the t

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All Blacks overcome Springboks

The All Blacks have all but sewn up the Rugby Championship with a 21-11 victory over South Africa in Dunedin. New Zealand’s four from four record puts them well out in front of the chasing pack, with two games

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Nadroga easily dispatch Northland

Nadroga showed their superiority in local rugby as they comprehensively defended their Farebrother Sullivan Trophy beating Northland 32-5 earlier this afternoon. The Stallions scored five tries through Meli Kurisar

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Dream come true for Namosi

“It’s a dream come true.” The Namosi Rugby team has send out a warning to other Major Union teams that they will be a force to reckon with after relegating Rewa to the B division 43-6. Laced wi

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Navy retains Escott Shield

Navy has retained the Escott Shield title after defeating a spirited Army outfit 18-11 this afternoon. Army was leading in at halftime 11-3 as they failed to stop the Navy onslaught in the second half to wrap up th

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Jane calls for calm before Springboks clash

All Black winger Cory Jane is calling for calm in their Rugby Championship test against South Africa in Dunedin tonight. Despite an unbeaten start to the competition, the Kiwis have been critiqued for a lack of trie

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Makoi Bulldogs now Rugby league champs

Makoi Bulldogs have become the new Vodafone Rugby League Champions by beating Sabeto Roosters 12-10 this afternoon.   Story by: Aliki Bia

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Northland aims to rewrite history

“They have already tasted Farebrother Sullivan Trophy victory.” The Northland Rugby team knows what it takes to wrestle the trophy away from Nadroga as the dust settles this afternoon at Lawaqa Park.

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All Blacks face toughest challenge

Nervousness rather than confidence surrounds the All Blacks as they face the biggest test of their Rugby Championship campaign. Six tests, six wins, and an iron-clad defence meant Steve Hansen’s side was alway

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Ba looking for record 18th NSL title

The Ba soccer team will be looking to record their 18th National Soccer League title given if they win against Suva tomorrow. Suva and Ba are both in contention of the title and fans can expect an epic encounter as

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NZ/SA under pressure to perform

One team is coming off six wins in a row and the other a loss, but both the All Blacks and Springboks are coming under heat for their performances heading into tonight's Rugby Championship test in Dunedin. The A

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Young Makoi team aim to clinch title

The stage is set for the Vodafone Cup finals today between the Fairtrade Makoi Bulldogs and Sigatoka Electric Sabeto Roosters. The two coaches from both sides are confident to win the final. Makoi Bulldogs head

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Army/Navy in epic Escott Shield battle

There will be no love lost as Navy takes on Army in this afternoon Escott Shield final. Navy is the defending Champion while Army faces a mammoth task of taking on a star studded Navy side. Navy is bolstered wit

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Delana still in awe over celebrations

Fiji’s golden boy Iliesa Delana is still coming to terms with what fellow Fijians did for him yesterday. The 27-year-old still can’t believe the number of fans who lined the streets of Suva and the full

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Polota-Nau wary of Pumas

Wallabies powerhouse hooker Tatafu Polota-Nau has warned his forwards before facing their toughest assignment by rating Argentina’s pack as the best in the competition. The Pumas may be ranked eighth in the wo

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Nadroga to use Delana’s win as motivation

Iliesa Delana’s Paralympic win will be a motivating factor for the Nadroga rugby side in their Farebrother cup challenge against Northland tomorrow. Speaking to our sister station Viti FM, Nadroga Coach Esala

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Savea determined to win against Springboks

Julian Savea has only watched the Springboks on television but tomorrow he gets the chance to meet them in their Rugby Championship Test. The 22-year old will make his fourth test appearance after scoring a hat-tric

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Northland not relying on history for victory

“We will not be relying on history but every individual has to trust and believe in themselves out there.” Those were the words of Watisoni Ratulevu the Northland coach ahead of their Farebrother Sulliva

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