Taveuni Rugby Union has secured a major boost for its 2026 Skipper Cup campaign, with Merchant Finance Limited coming on board as the union’s Official Naming Rights Partner for its remaining five home matches.

Rugby legend Christian Cullen is set to return to Fiji in a new role, after being named an official ambassador for the 2027 McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s and the 20th inductee into the RugbyTown Walk of Fame.

The Vodafone Fijiana XV will look to combine experience, physicality and pace when they take on Japan in a highly anticipated Test tonight.

Fiji Water Flying Fijians captain Tevita Ikanivere says the team’s tough training sessions are helping build the connection they will need ahead of their Japan tour.

Suva is expecting a tough challenge from Kadavu when the two sides meet in Round Six of the Skipper Cup tomorrow.

The All Blacks have made three changes to their starting forward pack for their third Test against the Springboks in Soweto on Sunday.

Newly appointed Swire Shipping Fijian Drua forwards coach Ifereimi Rawaqa says he is “humbled and honoured” by the opportunity, but believes the role comes with greater responsibility as he looks to contribute to the development of the club and Fiji’s next generation of coaches.

The Tailevu Rugby Football Union says the continued support of communities and schools opening their grounds to the team has been crucial to its Skipper Cup preparations, particularly as wet weather continues to affect training conditions.

The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua have finalised their coaching and performance team for the upcoming 2 N Save Super Rugby Pacific season, bringing together former Flying Fijian stars and experienced international coaches.

A total of 30 high school rugby players will soon receive scholarships to help develop their talent and skills.

The FIJI Water Flying Fijians have added international coaching experience to their ranks, with David Ellis appointed interim Defence Coach ahead of the Pacific Nations Cup this month.

Poor attendance at training is something that’s hurting the FMF Suva rugby side in this Skipper Cup season.