Flying Fijians head coach Mick Byrne has welcomed Fiji’s Rugby World Cup 2027 pool draw, describing it as both exciting and favourable as preparations begin for the expanded 24-team tournament in Australia.

The Wallabies are on an 11-Test losing streak against the All Blacks that dates back to November 2020, but they aren’t backing down from the challenge that awaits – drawn in Pool A alongside their arch-rivals ahead of Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027.

The Flying Fijians now know their opponents for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, following today’s historic pool draw that features an expanded 24-team format and the introduction of a Round of 16 for the first time.

Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s head coach Richard Walker says new 7s recruit Atelaite Buna has quickly justified her call-up after an impressive debut at the Dubai 7s.

New Swire Shipping Fijian Drua recruit Manasa Mataele says returning home to begin preseason with the club has been an emotional and unforgettable milestone in his professional career.

Ben Volavola says he’s excited to link up with his fellow Fijians in the Queensland Reds squad next season but admits the biggest drawcard in his move to Brisbane was the “aura” of head coach Les Kiss.

Former All Blacks flyhalf Richie Mo’unga says he has not given up on the possibility of being recalled for the upcoming South Africa tour, admitting the opportunity would be something special despite current eligibility rules keeping him out.

Fiji Rugby has received a major lift ahead of the new HSBC SVNS Series, with Fiji Airways today confirming a renewed two-year partnership as Principal Partner through to May 2027.

The FIJI Water Flying Fijians will discover their pool opponents for the 2027 Rugby World Cup tomorrow when the official tournament draw is held in Sydney.

World Rugby and Gilbert have today announced the unveiling of the official match ball design for the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 in Australia, alongside confirmation of a landmark extension to their long-standing partnership through to 2033.

FIJI Water Flying Fijians prop Mesake Doge believes the recent Northern Tour has provided Fiji with a crucial springboard into next season’s Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific, highlighting the intensity of travel, quick turnarounds and high-level opposition as key learning areas.

New Zealand centre Rieko Ioane might make his Leinster debut in Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup opener against Harlequins (17:30 GMT).