An improved second half performance from the Junior Bula Boys failed to help them get their first win in the international friendlies in Indonesia.

The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua continues to be boosted ahead of the new season, as they now partner with insurance company FijiCare Insurance Limited.

Adelaide Thunderbirds coach Cathy Fellows is currently in the country for a one-week training camp with the Fiji Pearls.

Over 15 schools have pre-booked the use of the tracks at the HFC Bank Stadium for their inter-house meets from next week to the end of March.

Tom Curry, recalled last week, has withdrawn from the England squad for Saturday’s Six Nations game against Wales with injury and has been replaced by his brother Ben, who played in the opening defeat by Scotland but was dropped for the Italy game.

Suzann Pettersen will return as captain of the European team at the Solheim Cup in 2024, the Ladies European Tour (LET) announced on Tuesday, with the Norwegian saying the move will offer players “more consistency”.

Newly signed Eroni Sau will be joining the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua camp on Thursday.

The Fiji Sports Council acknowledges that while the HFC Bank Stadium tracks may require maintenance, it would involve an extensive engagement of resources.

Fiji Bati and St George Illawarra Dragons winger Mikaele Ravalawa has reportedly told his family and club officials that he was too drunk to remember his scuffle with teammate Zane Musgrove at 6am on Sunday morning.

Fiji Airways Men’s 7s coach Ben Gollings hopes they can convert the fans passion into victories in the next two tournaments.

The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua has again bolstered its partnership with Paradise Beverages for the 2023 Shop & Save Super Rugby season.

More than 30 countries, including the United States, Britain and France pledged their support for banning Russian and Belarusian athletes from competing in international sporting events.