Sheer determination and stronger backing between teammates powered Nadroga to an exciting late comeback against Tailevu in their Skipper Cup semi-final yesterday.

Fiji Bulikula vice-captain Cassie Staples says the team’s historic 40-4 victory over Papua New Guinea Orchids is a significant step towards establishing Fiji as a world-class force in women’s rugby league.

The FIJI Water Flying Fijians have made a winning start to Jake White’s tenure as head coach, overcoming a red-card setback to defeat Japan 34–28 in a thrilling international Test.

Nadroga staged a late comeback to defeat Tailevu 37-32 and secure their place in the Skipper Cup final against Nadi next Saturday.

The Fiji Bulikula have moved a step closer to the Rugby League World Cup semi-finals after delivering a commanding 40-4 victory over Papua New Guinea in Port Moresby.

Nasinu Women’s Rugby team has made history, booking a place in the Marama Championship final after defeating Suva 39-28 this afternoon.

Nadroga Rugby captain Manueli Ratuniyarawa is calling on supporters from Nadroga and Tailevu to turn out in numbers and rally behind their teams as they battle for a place in the Skipper Cup final at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva this afternoon.

Vodafone Fiji Bati head coach Mick Potter is encouraged by the open style of play at the opening weekend of the Rugby League World Cup, praising the flow of matches and the limited stoppages.

Ba FC has appointed Solomon Islands football legend Batram Suri as the club’s new head coach ahead of the 2027 season.

Flyhalf Ben Volavola says returning to the FIJI Water Flying Fijians after three years away is a special moment, as he looks to use his experience to help the side prepare for this afternoon’s Test against Japan.

As Nadi prepares for this afternoon Skipper Cup semifinal, the side has shown that its ambitions extend beyond rugby, reaching out to people experiencing hunger and homelessness in the community.

Preparation over the past few days has been intense for the Namosi Women’s Rugby side as they gear up to keep their Marama Championship title defense alive tomorrow.