Ireland's next generation shine in Fiji audition

For Prendergast, it was a mixed opening half-hour as he was given a chance to showcase his abilities from the start for the first time. There has been a lot of hype and expectation after the emergence of of the 21-year-old as he looks set to challenge Jack …

Five things we learned from Ireland’s 52-17 win over Fiji

Discipline Ireland dominated possession and as a result Fiji spent a great deal of time defending but it still doesn’t excuse the 17 penalties and two yellow cards they coughed up, rampant ill-discipline that provided Ireland with a massive leg-up in terms …

Fiji 7s team crowned Oceania Champions

Fijian 7s team was crowned the PacificAus Sports Oceania 7s champions after remaining undefeated and urging All Black 7s 17-7 in their final match in Townsville. Coach Gareth Baber reshuffled his players during the three-day competition and named a mixture …

Referee Hollie Davidson 'taken out' by giant Fiji player amid 'clear red card' controversy

Referee Hollie Davidson was inadvertently knocked to the ground by a giant Fijian player in the lead-up with Bundee Aki's try yesterday - but shot straight back up to her feet and managed to see the funny side. Davidson was trying to get in position …

Fiji thrashed by Ireland

Ireland's Bundee Aki is tackled by Fiji's Caleb Muntz. Photo: photosport The Flying Fijians have been thrashed 52-17 by Ireland in Dublin in their last match of the year. The Irish scored eight tries to two, with Mack Hansen grabbing a double. Fiji …

Ireland's Cormac Izuchukwu on the 'special' day he made history against Fiji

Cormac Izuchukwu reflected on the rapid progress of recent months that culminated in a history-making afternoon against Fiji yesterday. The Ulster flanker was denied a debut Test try at the Aviva Stadium due to Mack Hansen's forward pass. But it …

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Cormac Izuchukwu hails 'special day' after starring in Ireland debut against Fiji

Cormac Izuchukwu marvelled at the whirlwind pace of the last few months that brought him to a history-making high against Fiji yesterday. The Ulster flanker was robbed of a debut Test try at the Aviva Stadium as Mack Hansen's assist went forwards. But …

2 out 3 of women in every church in Fiji experience domestic violence – Rev. Bhagwan

2 out 3 of women in every church in Fiji experience domestic violence – Rev. Bhagwan 2 out of 3 women in every church in Fiji experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime, and there are uncomfortable truths that need to be heard and talked …

Seven new players for Fiji Warriors women's hockey

More than half of the Fiji Warriors Women’s hockey squad will have their first international experience when they feature at the 2024 Pacific Cup next month in Suva. Players like Anareta Sigabalavu, Tahleen Allen, Glynis Valentine, Loata Tabua, Louise …