The Naitasiri Under-20s held their nerve at home to defeat Suva 19-7 in a gripping round eight Skipper Cup encounter at Naluwai this afternoon.

The stage is set in the highlands as Naitasiri defends the Farebrother-Sullivan Trophy for the last time this season against traditional rivals Suva at Naluwai ground this afternoon.

Police are preparing with confidence as they look to defend their Sukuna Bowl crown in Labasa next month.

Suva Women produced a clinical performance at the Naluwai grounds this afternoon, overpowering hosts Naitasiri 64-10 in their round eight Marama Cup clash.

Wrexham and Birmingham City had to settle for a point apiece in a 1-1 draw as the so-called Hollywood derby failed to deliver a blockbuster clash in north Wales.

Fiji National Rugby League chair Akuila Masi has defended the selection of the Vodafone Fiji Bati squad for the upcoming Pacific Championships, where only one local-based player, Keresi Maya, has earned a place among a team dominated by seasoned NRL and overseas professionals.

The Labasa football side is geared up to defend their Inter-District Championship title at the 4R Stadium Govind Park in Ba next week.

Jessica Pegula bounced back from a first-set stumble to secure a 6-7(2) 6-2 6-1 win over American compatriot Emma Navarro and reach the China Open semi-finals where she will face Czech Linda Noskova.

Former Naitasiri Under 20 rep Keresi Maya has earned his place in the Vodafone Fiji Bati extended squad for the upcoming Pacific Championships.

Fiji Football General Manager Operations Anushil Kumar says there will be a lot happening next week as the stage is set for the highly anticipated FMF Inter-District Championship.

The Tailevu Rugby Union has secured a major boost after confirming a $10,000 sponsorship from Standard Concrete Industries and its premium brand Humes.

The final Inkk Farebrother Challenge tomorrow between FMF Suva and Naitasiri at Naluwai ground is shaping up to be one of the best after the capital city side finalized its 23 men for the clash.