The Vodafone Vanua Trophy and Royal Tea Ranadi Trophy competitions officially kick off today, and while the focus will be on the rugby action, Fiji Rugby says the impact goes much deeper.

The Kadavu Rugby Union has secured a major boost ahead of their 2025 season, signing a new apparel partnership with a leading sportswear company.

The McDonald’s Fiji Coral Coast 7s has confirmed that the men’s division will return to a 24-team format in 2026, bringing back memories of the tournament’s early years.

Flying Fijians head coach Mick Byrne says having three accomplished kickers on the field is central to Fiji’s game plan as they prepare to meet Canada in Monday’s Pacific Nations Cup semi-final.

Navosa will be boosted by the inclusion of former Flying Fijians and Fiji 7s star Semi Kunatani when they face Yasawa in the opening round of the Vodafone Vanua Trophy.

The Ba Women’s Rugby team is eager to kick off their 2025 Royal Tea Ranadi Trophy campaign after six months of intense preparation.

As the 2025 Vodafone Vanua and Royal Tea Ranadi Trophy kick off this weekend, the Fiji Rugby Union has introduced a few changes to the competition format.

Rewa Rugby Union is banking on the experience of former Flying Fijians Kini Murimurivalu and Sireli Ledua to guide them in this year’s Vodafone Vanua Trophy, as they push for a return to the Skipper Cup next season.

Fijian Drua head coach Glen Jackson has hailed the impact of his players in the national side, saying their dominance in the Flying Fijians squad for the Pacific Nations Cup proves the franchise is achieving its purpose.

Late fixture changes by Fiji Rugby Union have forced Ba to abandon plans to host any more Skipper Cup matches at the newly refurbished 4R Govind Park this season.

Australia medical staff have cleared flyhalf Tom Lynagh over concerns about a possible concussion following their 28-24 Rugby Championship win over Argentina in Townsville on Saturday.

The Pacific Nations Cup semifinals have been locked in following the completion of pool play.