Fiji Rugby Referees Association interim chair Talemo Waqa says safeguarding the well-being and confidence of match officials has become a top priority, especially as referees face rising public criticism and social media negativity after weekend fixtures.

Fiji will chase back-to-back Dubai titles for the first time this weekend, a year after beating giant-killers Spain 19-5 in last season’s final.

A light-hearted yet unusual post on the Fijian Drua’s official social media pages has stirred up interest among fans, and raised fresh questions about the status of towering forward Janeiro Wakeham, who is currently on a train-and-trial deal with the club.

Argentina head coach Felipe Contepomi has accused England flanker Tom Curry of acting like a “bully” after a heated clash on and off the field during England’s 27–23 win at Allianz Stadium.

All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson says he believes the team has “turned a corner” after two tough seasons marked by injuries, heavy travel and major squad changes, including the loss of several senior leaders.

Fiji Rugby Referees educator and coach Kuini Vuli has been nominated by the Suva Rugby Referees Association for the Outstanding Contribution to Refereeing Award ahead of the inaugural Referees Awards Night in Suva next month.

The 2025 Nadi Junior Rugby Festival is set to break new ground next month, with Tuvalu and Nauru confirmed to participate for the first time marking a major step in expanding junior rugby pathways across the region.

FIJI Water Flying Fijians head coach Mick Byrne says his team must break a dangerous habit of only reaching their peak in the final stages of matches.

Scotland went some way to making up for disappointing losses over the last fortnight by completing their November test schedule with a one-sided 56-0 romp over Tonga at Murrayfield on Sunday.

The Fiji Water Flying Fijians have admitted they came dangerously close to losing a hard-fought 41–33 victory over Spain early this morning.

The FIJI Water Flying Fijians survived a close scare early this morning against Spain, despite having beaten the side 41–33 in their last November Test match.

Work rate off the ball from the breakdown was an important factor for the Fiji Water Flying Fijians head coach Mick Byrne when selecting his starting line-up for their final match of the November Test against Spain tomorrow.