Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr made their numerical advantage count against 10-man Persepolis in Tehran’s empty Azadi Stadium as the Saudi Pro League side kicked off their Asian Champions League campaign with a 2-0 win over the Iranians.

Namibia have made nine changes to their starting XV for the Rugby World Cup Pool A clash with hosts France in Marseille on Thursday as coach Allister Coetzee looks to give his wider squad a taste of the tournament in this “special occasion”.

Italy’s first objective at this Rugby World Cup is to win their opening two games, and after disposing of Namibia, winning 52-8, they now face a Uruguay side who should not be underestimated.

A severely-fatigued and under-prepared Indian team got a rude reality check with hosts China out-muscling them 5-1 in an opening group league encounter of the Asian Games football competition in Hangzhou.

The Fijian Drua camp expressed no astonishment at Simione Kuruvoli’s remarkable performance in the Rugby World Cup match between Fiji and Australia yesterday.

Former Fiji rugby international Seremaia Bai believes that having the Flying Fijians included in the Rugby Championship will be a tremendous boost.

The Wows Kids Fiji Foundation is reminding the Fiji Water Flying Fijians to keep walking strong regardless of the outcome of their matches at the Rugby World Cup.

Basketball Fiji’s preparation for the upcoming Pacific Games will be boosted with the presence of two Australian coaches.

Flying Fijians star Semi Radradra attributes the team’s unity to Captain Waisea Nayacalevu, praising him for his unwavering support during a challenging period last week at the Rugby World Cup.

Former U.S. Open champion Gary Woodland has undergone surgery to remove a tumour on his brain, his team said.

Seremaia Bai, the Flying Fijians’ kicking coach and former international player, has joined the chorus of praise for the positive impact of the Fijian Drua on the national rugby setup.

The rugby journey of Flying Fijians fullback Ilaisa Droasese commenced at a young age, fueled by his unwavering passion, which ultimately paved the way for his rise to stardom.