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Fijian Drua scrumhalf Lomani banned for six matches for elbow: Fijian Drua scrumhalf Frank Lomani has been banned for six Super Rugby Pacific matches for ...
reuters.com/sports/fijian-drua-scrumhalf-lomani-banned-six-matches-elbow-2024-04-10/
Recap: Hurricanes drub Fijian Drua 38-15 in Suva: The Hurricanes have beaten the Drua to take eight wins in eight games in 2024.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/514741/recap-hurricanes-drub-fijian-drua-38-15-in-suva
Live: Hurricanes v Drua Super Rugby Pacific round 9 updates: All the action from this round nine clash at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva as the unbeaten Hurricanes ...
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/514741/live-hurricanes-v-drua-super-rugby-pacific-round-9-updates
Two-week ban for a headbutt? Coach fumes about soft suspension: A Fijian Drua forward was red-carded for a headbutt but the Super Rugby judiciary decided it ...
smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/two-week-ban-for-a-headbutt-rebels-fume-about-soft-suspension-20240410-p5fipv.html
Decent start for team with drive: A bye week makes for an opportune time to gauge how the Highlanders are travelling. Hayden Meikle offers this mid-term report.
odt.co.nz/sport/rugby/highlanders/decent-start-team-drive
Super Rugby Pacific round seven preview: Chiefs look to bounce back: All the team lists, kick-off times and news for round seven of Super Rugby Pacific.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/513442/super-rugby-pacific-round-seven-preview-chiefs-look-to-bounce-back
Dying dynasty? Ailing Crusaders look to stop the rot: The Canterbury Crusaders, the behemoth of southern hemisphere provincial rugby, hit a 28-year low with ...
reuters.com/sports/dying-dynasty-ailing-crusaders-look-stop-rot-2024-03-12/
Blues down Drua, Reds roast Waratahs as Super Rugby returns: The Auckland Blues justified their status as one of the favourites for the Super Rugby Pacific title ...
reuters.com/sports/sotutus-first-half-double-leads-blues-bonus-point-win-over-drua-2024-02-24/
Fijian trio gelling for Highlanders: Timoci Tavatavanawai feels right at home in the Highlanders backline. The Highlanders back three have a special connection ...
odt.co.nz/sport/rugby/highlanders/fijian-trio-gelling-highlanders
Super Rugby Pacific review: Is this the most interesting season in a long time?: Analysis - It's hard to know where to start with the latest round: stunning ...
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/511305/super-rugby-pacific-review-is-this-the-most-interesting-season-in-a-long-time
Hurricanes outclass Highlanders | kuwaittimes: Hurricanes outclass Highlanders - Sports - DUNEDIN: Cam Roigard scored a try, set up two others and limped off ...
kuwaittimes.com/article/12664/sports/other-sports/hurricanes-outclass-highlanders/
‘We’re close, but no cigar’: Waratahs enter last-chance saloon against Rebels: After another heartbreak, this time in Fiji, the Waratahs return home with their ...
smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/we-re-close-but-no-cigar-waratahs-enter-last-chance-saloon-against-rebels-20240323-p5fepv.html
Jorgensen returns for Waratahs on Fiji trip that could resurrect season: Fullback Max Jorgensen has recovered from a hip injury and will return for the Waratahs ...
smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/jorgensen-returns-for-waratahs-on-fiji-trip-that-could-resurrect-season-20240320-p5fdtv.html
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Christy Doran and Matt Toomua are joined this week by Fijian Drua coach Mick Byrne to discuss the 2024 season ... Show more open.spotify.com/episode/2poZzu4EtZ9RAil7EYypX2
Genge out of England team to face Italy: Prop Ellis Genge has been ruled out of the England team for their Six Nations opening game against Italy on Saturday and ...
reuters.com/sports/genge-out-england-team-face-italy-2024-02-03/
Quick Glance: South Africa's Goalkeeper Leads Team to Africa Cup of Nations Semi-Finals
- South Africa's Ronwen Williams saves four penalties, securing a spot in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals.
- Mothobi Mvala scores decisive penalty in 2-1 shootout win after 0-0 draw, sending South Africa to their first semi-final since 2000.
- Williams makes brilliant saves, carrying South Africa to victory after dominating the early exchanges and surviving several scares.
- South Africa to face Nigeria in semi-final match on Wednesday.
Why Darren Coleman isn’t out of the woods yet: Victory over the Crusaders was a huge achievement – but the Waratahs face a run of three tricky fixtures next up ...
smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/why-darren-coleman-isn-t-out-of-the-woods-yet-20240303-p5f9cp.html
Moana Pasifika v Fijian Drua live updates: Super Rugby Pacific round two: Follow the action as Moana Pasifika take on the Fijian Drua in the second round of ...
nzherald.co.nz/sport/moana-pasifika-v-fijian-drua-live-updates-super-rugby-pacific-round-two/7BQEXOGGCZBJNHPDHSPY5RWZNI/
Rieko Ioane turns his Fijian Drua opponent into a speed bump with a huge collision
theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/rieko-ioane-turns-his-fijian-drua-opponent-into-a-speed-bump-with-a-huge-collision-1334377/
WATCH: Drua fullback's shocker at the back gifts the Blues a try right on halftime
theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/watch-drua-fullbacks-shocker-at-the-back-gifts-the-blues-a-try-right-on-halftime-1334360/
KFC wicked wings taste tester or Super Rugby fan hype officer - dream roles on Trade Me job site
nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/kfc-wicked-wings-taste-tester-or-super-rugby-fan-hype-officer-dream-roles-on-trade-me-job-site/5XEBWD6CKZFY7EKXZ2BV5GZJRY/
Batsman saved by MIND-BLOWING bail balancing on one stump miracle: We just saw Cameron Green denied by the bail at the SCG but it still had nothing on this ...
theroar.com.au/cricket/club-roar/batsman-saved-by-mind-blowing-bail-balancing-on-one-stump-miracle-795544/
Super Rugby: Fijian Drua seeking ‘chief hype officer’ for Whangārei match v Blues
nzherald.co.nz/sport/rugby/super-rugby-fijian-drua-seeking-chief-hype-officer-for-whangarei-match-v-blues/4W7AQQ6RDBEBBGHLPUZOY66AQ4/
Playoff scenarios went from a job to a hobby for NFL tiebreaker expert: Joe Ferreira has carefully tracked NFL playoff scenarios since he started working in the ...
washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/01/05/joe-ferreira-nfl-playoff-scenarios/
Bill Mata to depart Edinburgh Rugby as Fijian back-row signs for Bristol Bears: Mata will move in summer and swap the URC for Gallagher Premiership next season
scotsman.com/sport/rugby-union/bill-mata-to-depart-edinburgh-rugby-as-fijian-back-row-signs-for-bristol-bears-4464034
2023 replay: a look back at Pacific sport this year: Analysis - the 2023 sports season brought up surprises, disappointments, and a notable event in Honiara for ...
rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/505871/2023-replay-a-look-back-at-pacific-sport-this-year
Springbok Women’s Sevens team have tongues wagging, Blitzboks make winning start: The Springboks Women’s Sevens team almost caused two of the biggest upsets in ...
iol.co.za/sport/rugby/sevens/springbok-womens-sevens-team-have-tongues-wagging-blitzboks-make-winning-start-7820136e-7e59-4520-9a0d-62e81c0f3f1f
Cringeworthy interview as commentator checks Exeter player's breath after winning penalty
theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/cringeworthy-interview-as-commentator-checks-exeter-players-breath-after-winning-penalty-1318743/
Chad Kelly named MOP, Dinwiddie top coach as Argos clean up at CFL Awards: The Toronto Argonauts cleaned up at the CFL Awards on Thursday night in Niagara Falls ...
torontosun.com/sports/football/cfl/toronto-argonauts/kelly-named-mop-dinwiddie-top-coach-as-argos-clean-up-at-cfl-awards
Barbarians squad for Wales game revealed and Jamie Roberts gets coach role: The latest rugby headlines from Wales and beyond
walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/todays-rugby-news-barbarians-squad-28013433
South Africa deserve World Cup but teams’ approach needs to change: Fiji and Portugal should be proud while Ireland and France will have regrets but there has to ...
theguardian.com/sport/2023/oct/29/south-africa-deserve-world-cup-but-teams-approach-needs-to-change
Fiji sneak into Rugby World Cup quarter-finals despite shock loss to Portugal, Australia eliminated
iol.co.za/sport/rugby/rugby-world-cup-2023/fiji-sneak-into-rugby-world-cup-quarter-finals-despite-shock-loss-to-portugal-australia-eliminated-8044063f-0317-4884-b4fd-15193c409e37
Quick Glance: Fiji advances to quarterfinal despite loss to Portugal
- Fiji secures a spot in the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals despite a 24-23 loss to Portugal.
- Fiji's better points average eliminates Australia from the RWC quarterfinals for the first time since 1987.
- Fijian head coach Simon Raiwalui expresses disappointment over the loss, congratulates Portugal, and shifts focus to the upcoming match against England.
- Portugal's Nicolas Martins, the Player of the Match, considers the win a great way to conclude their Rugby World Cup campaign.
Cornish rugby legend and father of Fiji World Cup player dies: Sireli Matavesi was a popular figure in Cornish rugby union after moving to the county in the ...
cornwalllive.com/news/cornwall-news/sireli-matavesi-cornwall-rugby-legend-8823859
Rugby World Cup quarter-finals: Fiji's French-trained head coach aims to down England
france24.com/en/live-news/20231012-fiji-s-rugby-leader-formed-in-france-and-aiming-to-down-england
England fans fight in the stands during Fiji match as man hurled down three rows: Spectators dressed as Admiral Nelson were involved in the first-half brawl as ...
walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/england-fans-fight-stands-during-27914774
When Fiji Beats Australia, and It Almost Isn’t an Upset: The Pacific Island nations, hardly sports powers, can hold their own and then some in rugby.
nytimes.com/2023/09/18/sports/rugby/rugby-world-cup-fiji.html
Quick Glance: Rugby World Cup: Australia suffers historic defeat against Fiji
- The Australian Rugby World Cup campaign is in crisis after suffering their first loss to Fiji in 69 years.
- An injury ravaged Wallabies side, missing captain Will Skelton, prop Taniela Tupou, and halfback Tate McDermott, lost 22-15 to Fiji.
- The Wallabies are now facing the prospect of being eliminated in the group stages of a Rugby World Cup for the first time ever.
The key Wallabies question that can't be dodged as Rugby Australia pick up the pieces from World Cup flop
wwos.nine.com.au/rugby/world-cup-2023-australia-news-wallabies-coach-eddie-jones-future-exclusive-analysis/87ff65fe-19a7-4014-8a84-51e7280ea9ee
Fiji v Georgia prediction how to watch, Rugby World Cup 2023, Group C clash: Fiji can continue their run after upsetting Australia on Monday.
nzherald.co.nz/sport/fiji-v-georgia-prediction-how-to-watch-rugby-world-cup-2023-group-c-clash/ZGLEHS3LIVCWHO7JVBVDPLB5IU/
So the Wallabies are out. Who are we cheering for in the Rugby World Cup now?: Fiji? Ireland? Argentina? There’s no shortage of options for Australian fans ...
smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/so-the-wallabies-are-out-who-are-we-cheering-for-in-the-rugby-world-cup-now-20231008-p5ealk.html
Rugby World Cup 2023 quarter-final match-ups: How the last eight match-ups stack up for Rugby World Cup 2023.
nzherald.co.nz/sport/rugby-world-cup-2023-quarter-final-match-ups/SYG6MGH45FG6BFKSDJKTOYFGMI/
Rugby World Cup: Fiji expect hooker Sam Matavesi to face England after fathers death
wionews.com/sports/rugby-world-cup-fiji-expect-hooker-sam-matavesi-to-face-england-after-fathers-death-645944
Rugby World Cup: The good and the bad of the Tier 2 matches: Analysis - A key talking point of France 2023 has been that the best matches so far - and definitely ...
rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/499932/rugby-world-cup-the-good-and-the-bad-of-the-tier-2-matches
Australia under extreme pressure as Wales loom in crucial World Cup contest: Australia face an unthinkable group-stage exit from the Rugby World Cup as they ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2023-09-22-australia-v-wales-wallabies-under-extreme-pressure/
Princess of Wales to watch England take on Fiji in Rugby World Cup quarter-final: Prince George travelled to France with the Prince of Wales to cheer on Wales on ...
itv.com/news/2023-10-15/princess-of-wales-to-watch-england-in-rugby-world-cup-quarter-final
Days after losing his seven-year-old son, Josua Tuisova stands alongside the fellow players he considers brothers to honour his little boy's memory the only ... Show more bit.ly/3LTZVMa
South Africa and Ireland show the world how it’s done: Ireland and South Africa were ferocious, ambitious and highly skilled in their showdown ...
smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/south-africa-and-ireland-show-the-world-how-it-s-done-20230924-p5e75f.html
Wales overcome Fiji in game for the ages as unsung hero emerges: Wales got their World Cup campaign off to a winning start with a breathtaking 32-26 victory over ...
walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/wales-overcome-fiji-game-ages-27689602
It's half-time for the Wallabies clash with Wales... and it's not going the Aussies' way.
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Quick Glance: Irish Impressionist Mocks Eddie Jones
- Following Australia’s devastating defeat to Wales at the Rugby World Cup, Jones insists he can still turn the Wallabies around.
- Irish impressionist Conor Moore mocks Jones in a video released by Paddy Power.
- Moore, known for his impersonations of golf stars and Formula One drivers, portrays Jones facing the Australian media after the loss.
- The real Eddie Jones affirms he is still the right person to coach the team.
Wales pip Fiji in their World Cup opener: Wales fended off a frenzied Fijian assault to emerge 32-26 victors in their opening World Cup clash in Bordeaux.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/497736/wales-pip-fiji-in-their-world-cup-opener
Quick Glance: Thrilling Rugby World Cup Match: Wales Defeats Fiji 32-26
- Wales overcomes a disappointing year of results to secure a thrilling 32-26 victory against Fiji, boosting their chances of advancing to the quarter-finals at the Rugby World Cup.
- Next weekend, Wales will face Australia, while Fiji takes on Portugal.
- The game is reaching its climax, with Fiji putting pressure on Wales' defense in their 22-meter area.
- Fiji fails to score a converted try for victory, but a seven-pointer could still turn the game around.
'Lucky to be on the field': Koloamatangi takes umbrage at English irritant's 'afters'
theroar.com.au/rugby-league/video/lucky-to-be-on-the-field-koloamatangi-takes-umbrage-at-english-irritants-afters-1313793/
Dan Biggar says he couldn’t care less if people have a go at him for his behaviour following his controversial outburst during Wales v Fiji 👊 He said: "I ... Show more bit.ly/44SiEOR
Fijians thrilled by King Charles III visit as Pacific teams line up for rugby battles
rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/498801/fijians-thrilled-by-king-charles-iii-visit-as-pacific-teams-line-up-for-rugby-battles
Steve Borthwick hits back at England critics after Rugby World Cup thriller with Fiji
cityam.com/steve-borthwick-hits-back-at-england-critics-after-rugby-world-cup-thriller-with-fiji/
TV presenter slams 'grotesque' refereeing in Wales v Fiji meltdown: Nick Knowles described parts of the game as an 'absolute disgrace'
walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/tv-presenter-slams-grotesque-refereeing-27689896
Fiji's women players get paid for their dedication to nation: Fijiana rugby players have finally been paid what they are owed by the Fiji Rugby Union ...
rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/496778/fiji-s-women-players-get-paid-for-their-dedication-to-nation
Rugby World Cup 2023: Pacific nations rue lost opportunities: Where does the Pacific stand after the World Cup?
rnz.co.nz/news/rugby-world-cup-2023/500395/rugby-world-cup-2023-pacific-nations-rue-lost-opportunities
State of Australian rugby union brutally exposed by Wallabies’ World Cup debacle: With the grassroots game struggling, participation in decline and Super Rugby ...
theguardian.com/sport/blog/2023/sep/25/rugby-world-cup-2023-wallabies-exit-fallout-loss-wales
Scotland drop down in rugby world rankings as new team takes No 1 spot: Scotland have fallen a place in the updated rugby world rankings following the ...
scotsman.com/sport/rugby-union/scotland-drop-down-in-rugby-world-rankings-as-new-team-takes-no-1-spot-4374213
Everyone says same thing about Wales game as fans and pundits turn it off: Warren Gatland's side won comfortably, but they needed a last-gasp try to secure ...
walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/dire-awful-wales-game-sees-27729110
Rugby World Cup: Welsh fans turn Bordeaux red: Welsh fans have descended on the French region ahead of the teams' Rugby World Cup opener on Sunday.
bbc.com/news/uk-wales-66754824
Quick Glance: Welsh Choir Amazes French Locals with World Cup Moment in Bordeaux
- A magical moment as Welsh choir members burst into song in Bordeaux.
- Flash mob in Bordeaux with around 80 choristers from different Welsh choirs.
- Thrilling the locals with traditional songs and hymns.
- Starting off with Calon Lan, they performed Rachie, Cwm Rhondda, Sosban Fach, and Yma o Hyd, ending with the anthems of France and Wales.
Drua’s emergence in Super Rugby is shaping talent-rich Fiji’s bright future: The first professional team on the Pacific islands’ smashing second season will only ...
theguardian.com/sport/2023/oct/14/druas-emergence-in-super-rugby-is-shaping-talent-rich-fijis-bright-future
Wales beat Portugal but find a whole heap of problems: It wasn't pretty but Wales just about got the job done against a superb Portugal team
walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/wales-beat-portugal-find-whole-27727774
Josh Adams' 'frightening' tackle sends Wales coaches and players wild : Josh Adams put in a monumental tackle against Fiji's Selestino Ravutaumada
walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/josh-adams-frightening-tackle-sends-27689647
Don’t blame Wales for the lopsided World Cup draw, says Warren Gatland: The Wales head coach has told the world’s top four teams the quarter-final lineup could ...
theguardian.com/sport/2023/oct/12/biggar-and-williams-fit-wales-rugby-world-cup-quarter-final-argentina-gatland
Warren Gatland makes 13 Wales changes to face Portugal in World Cup: Wales face Portugal on Saturday hoping to make it two Rugby World Cup wins from two
walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/wales-team-announcement-live-lineup-27703232
RWC2023: Tonga, Samoa name strong line-ups as Fiji due to make changes: Tonga has named their strongest match-day 23 to face world No.1 Ireland in Nantes in ...
rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/498049/rwc2023-tonga-samoa-name-strong-line-ups-as-fiji-due-to-make-changes
World Cup bosses consider ditching anthem 'shambles' as 'rare' Wales star lauded: The latest news headlines from the Rugby World Cup
walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/tonights-rugby-news-world-cup-27694106
Rugby World Cup 2023: English heads should roll following ‘worst ever’ defeat to Fiji
nzherald.co.nz/sport/comment-english-heads-should-roll-following-worst-ever-defeat-to-fiji/NQLQG6MOXZDXRHW4XF4ENMLU7I/
Quick Glance: Fiji Defeats England for the First Time in Rugby World Cup
- Fiji celebrates their historic victory against England during the Summer International match at Twickenham.
- Fiji defeated England for the first time ever, winning 30-22 in a Rugby World Cup warm-up at a damp Twickenham.
- Fiji coach Simon Raiwalui expressed satisfaction with the result.
- England was once again sloppy and has lost three of its four World Cup warm-ups.
Fiji vow to ‘shock the world’ by landing World Cup knockout blow on England: Boosted by wins over Australia and England this year, Fiji believe they can put ...
theguardian.com/sport/2023/oct/12/fiji-vow-to-shock-the-world-by-landing-world-cup-knockout-blow-on-england
Dan Biggar gets text from Siya Kolisi that leaves him feeling a million dollars: 'It made me realise I must be doing something right!'
walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/dan-biggar-receives-text-siya-27730157
Rugby World Cup showcases the brilliance and struggle of tier-two nations: The tournament has shown how far some of the minnows have come in the game ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2023-10-08-rugby-world-cup-showcases-the-brilliance-and-struggle-of-tier-two-nations/
England happy to take ‘public enemy number one’ mantle on against Fiji: Billy Vunipola is staying defiant before Sunday’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final against ...
theguardian.com/sport/2023/oct/10/england-happy-to-take-public-enemy-number-one-mantle-on-against-fiji-rugby-world-cup
Matt Dawson on World Cups, England, Fiji and drop goals: It has been 16 years since Fiji last reached the knockout stages of the Rugby World Cup and this weekend ...
cityam.com/matt-dawson-on-world-cups-england-fiji-and-drop-goals/
Wales v Fiji team announcement Live: Warren Gatland names side: Wales are naming the side to play Fiji in the Rugby World Cup opener in Bordeaux.
walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/wales-v-fiji-team-announcement-27667966
Faf talks down Dupont’s influence in Bok camp: The face of the Rugby World Cup in France may be scarred but the host nation is hoping an indelible mark will be ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/rugby/2023-10-09-faf-talks-down-dupont-influence-in-bok-camp/
Argentina, Fiji Complete Rugby World Cup Quarterfinals Lineup. Portugal Makes History
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/sports/rugby/20231009-141939/
England’s Itoje promises ‘honest’ inquest into lacklustre Samoa win: Maro Itoje said ‘tough conversations’ were necessary as England prepare for a World Cup ...
theguardian.com/sport/2023/oct/08/england-maro-itoje-honest-inquest-samoa-win
AND RELAX! 🙃 After Sunday night's brutal battle against Fiji, the Wales players have been pictured chilling in the South of France. You've earned it! 💪 tinyurl.com/4jjr45rm
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