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Naitasiri has to beat Suva for home semifinal

As Digicel Cup champions, the Naitasiri rugby team is under a lot of pressure as they gear up for their last round-robin match against Suva. Coach, Reverend Joji Rinakama said his boys have prepared well, physically, me

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Bulls leapfrog Waratahs

The Bulls beat a determined Waratahs outfit 23-17 this morning. The two tries to one victory sees the defending champions leapfrog the Waratahs into fifth spot on the ladder. Meanwhile, Highlanders, play off hopes are

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Flying Fijians management to announce 50 man squad tomorrow

The Flying Fijians management team will announce the 50-member squad to prepare for the Pacific Nations and the Rugby World Cup tomorrow. Coach Samu Domoni Junior said they will go back tonight and review the video of a

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NZ will not relax sanctions at RWC 2011

New Zealand has no intention of using the World Cup as an excuse to relax sanctions applied against Fiji. Foreign Affairs Minister, Murray McCully said that there is not going to be a change in policy in New Zealand and

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3 top international refs to officiate Fiji FACT

Three international referees will officiate at the 2011 Vodafone Fiji FACT tournament. They are New Zealand based Peter O’Ileary who officiated at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, Justin Namo from the Solo

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Fiji duo in starting lineup for Barbarians

Fijian duo Seru Rabeni and Isa Nacewa will start for the Barbarians against Wales on Sunday. After the Barbarians victory over England last weekend, Nacewa and Rabeni’s presence in the back-line will boost their c

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Flying Fijian trials currently underway

The 2011 Flying Fijian trials for the Rugby World Cup is underway at the TFL Stadium. Head coach Samu Domoni Jnr and his selectors will name a 50 member squad after the trials with some top overseas based reps already c

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Time on Flying Fijians side

Time is on the Flying Fijian coaching staff side to prepare a team that can produce the results in the World Cup. Technical adviser, Greg Mumm said that compared to the team that reached the quarter finals in 2007 where

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Highlanders need victory to maintain playoff hopes

The Highlanders need to return to winning ways against the Western Force to have any chance of making the top six. Victory is non negotiable for the southerners, whose play off chances took a turn for the worst after lo

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Nadroga looks tough for Fiji FACT

The Nadroga soccer team will be a tough nut to crack in this year’s Vodafone Fiji Fact. Seasonal campaigners like Samuela Drudru, Luke Rawadamu, Jonas Nacewa, Sireli Vosa, Isikeli Jeke, Orisi Vunisa and Sitiveni W

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Tributes flow for Rodney

Tributes flowed for Rodney So'oialo yesterday as All Blacks coach, Graham Henry labelled him as a special All Black. So'oialo will take up a two-year contract with Japanese club Honda Heat. Renowned for his ha

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8 2007 RWC players no longer in Flying Fijians

Eight of the players that were in the run-on Flying Fijian team for the 2007 Rugby World Cup will no longer be part of this year's campaign. Tight-head prop, Hendry Qiodravu, locks Ifereimi Rawaqa, Kele Leawere, fla

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Qaqa given the boot by Rewa soccer

Instrumental mid-fielder, Kelepi Qaqa has been given the boot by the Rewa soccer officials. Officials say Qaqa was not attending training, meanwhile, former Ba player, Joshua Wilson is back in the Rewa team. Rewa will

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SANZAR may scrap the bye in Super Rugby

Sanzar may look to scrap the bye in next year's Super Rugby competition. They have indicated that the format that gives teams four points for a bye is under review and if found to be detrimental to the competition&#

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4 remain from 2007 World Cup

Only four of the members of the Flying Fijians that reached the quarter final in 2007 will be in for the trials tomorrow. After the two days fitness tests the FRU have released the names of those who will take part in t

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Tuqiri relishes upcoming encounter with Uate

Dual international and West Tigers winger, Lote Tuqiri is eagerly anticipating meeting with fellow Fijian Akuila Uate in his first match back from injury. Uate made his NSW debut last week and will play directly opposit

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Umaga back against Blues

The Chiefs welcome back former All Black captain Tana Umaga for their clash against the Blues at Eden Park on Saturday night. The 37 year old has been on the sidelines since returning early from the two match trip to S

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Special permits needed for overseas players in Fiji FACT

Overseas players coming for the Vodafone Fiji Fact will have to apply for special permits from FRCA. Fiji Football Association has been instructed by FRCA that those overseas players who do not follow the right procedur

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Hayne likely for Blues

Parramatta Eels star, Jarryd Hayne is highly likely to be part of the Blues team in the second State of Origin Test after St George Illawarra winger Brett Morris has withdrawn. Morris is likely to be ruled unfit for the

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Some big names to miss Flying Fijian trials

The Flying Fijian trials tomorrow will not have some big names that are likely to be in the team for the Pacific Nation and World Cup. Technical adviser, Greg Mumm confirmed players who are part of the Top 14 play off i

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