The Navosa rugby side has successfully defended the HFC Bank Ratu Josaia Bainimarama Shield defeating Ovalau 15-6 in the first challenge today.

Navosa led Ovalau 8-6 at half time with a try from full-back Peniona Nayaya and a penalty from Naca Nagatalevu.

The holders were awarded a penalty try in the second spell.

Navosa will defend the Shield against Lautoka next week.

Meanwhile, Naitasiri will take on Nadroga in the opening challenge of the HFC Bank Farebrother Trophy tomorrow at 3pm at Sigatoka’s Lawaqa Park.

You can catch the live commentary of the match on Radio Fiji One.