Form clashes with pedigree when Ireland look to bury their World Cup jinx forever against New Zealand at the Stade de France on Saturday in one of the most eagerly anticipated World Cup quarter-finals for many years.

Fiji Water Flying Fijians hooker Sam Matavesi is back in camp.

In a tense showdown, FMF Suva emerged victorious, dethroning Nadi with a hard-fought 16-3 win in the 2023 Skipper Cup final at the HFC Stadium.

As all rugby enthusiasts prepare for the most anticipated Skipper Cup finals tonight, Fiji Rugby Union believes fans will storm in numbers to witness this event.

In a significant show of support, Neptune Pacific Direct Line, a leading shipping and logistics company in the region, has stepped up to assist the Fiji Airways 7s team.

FMF Suva will be sure to put forth the best of their on-field performance as they anticipate a strong home-crowd support system when they take on the defending champions Jacks Nadi in the Skipper Cup final this afternoon.

Jacks Nadi head coach Cohan Politini says after witnessing FMF Suva’s strong performance in last week’s semi-finals they recognize the necessity to step up their game tenfold to retain the Skipper Cup title against the formidable hosts.

The Skipper Cup competition final promises an unprecedented turnout after the Fiji Rugby Union’s surprise announcement of free admission on Monday.

As the much-anticipated final showdown of the Skipper Cup draws near, both finalists are in the midst of intense preparations.

Suva Rugby is gearing up for the Skipper Cup grand final tomorrow, placing their confidence in their players to deliver.

Suva Rugby will have to up their defence if they wish to overcome a strong Nadi outfit in the Skipper Cup final tomorrow.