Answered prayer

raw talent that we believe exists in Fiji.

“The additional $2m sponsorship over the next three years, marks our commitment to take provincial level rugby to newer heights and our confidence in Fiji Rugby to deliver the same.”

Singh said they are confident that with the assistance of this sponsorship, Fiji Rugby will successfully defend the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics in Japan later this year.

He further added that they have a range of activities planned during the games and off game days to keep the excitement going over the next 17 weeks.

“It starts this weekend with nailbiting rugby action in the double header clash of the Skipper Provincial Cup and INKK Farebrother Challenge.

“Have a good, clean competition and may the best team win” said Singh.

O’Connor clarified that, the women would have their own separate competition and they hope to make an announcement on the launch of the competition in a near future.

In addition to this sponsorship, CJ Patel has also supported Fiji Rugby in their sponsorship for the Weet-Bix (7s Team Breakfast Campaign and their match ball campaign).

“We are just so thankful to CJ Patel for their tremendous support for Fiji Rugby and grassroots rugby in our time for real need. “The championship model provides a battleground week-in and week-out, ensuring that all teams and their players deliver quality rugby,” O’Connor added.

The Fiji Rugby CEO said that they will continue the same format introduced last year, where the holder of the INKK Farebrother Trophy” will challenge the team at home.

New Nadroga board

Jiuta Waqavonovono is the new Nadroga Rugby Union president. He takes over from Jikoibau Matawalu.

Other elected board members include Peceli Nakavulevu, Simione Valenitabua, Ana Rokomokoti, Kitione Nadaro,Ben Naresia, Sairusi Dukuno, Napolioni Batimala and Matawalu.

Batimala is also the Fiji National Rugby League board director. The board will be in for a four-year term.