Fiji rugby: sevens glory, Flying Fijians and the Fijian Drua

Fiji lives and breathes rugby. If you want fast, physical, creative rugby you’ll find it here — from the Olympic-winning sevens teams to a growing presence in Super Rugby. This tag collects match updates, player news and schedules so you don’t miss the big moments.

What to watch: sevens vs 15s

Sevens put Fiji on the global map. The Fiji sevens side won Olympic gold in 2016 and again in 2020, and their style — quick offloads, clever support lines and brutal speed — still sets the standard. If you enjoy end-to-end chaos and instant drama, follow the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series and the Olympic cycles.

Fifteen-a-side rugby (the Flying Fijians) shows a different side: power, strong runners and those same offloads that break defenses. Fiji’s 15s have grown steadily on the world stage, producing upsets in big tournaments and testing top sides in World Cups and the Pacific Nations Cup.

Teams, players and pathways

Key teams to follow: the Fiji national sevens squad, the Flying Fijians (15s) and the Fijian Drua in Super Rugby Pacific. The Drua are the main pathway for local players to test themselves against top club sides and to earn national selection.

Players worth tracking: Jerry Tuwai is a sevens legend known for game-changing plays; Leone Nakarawa is famous for his offloads and breakdown work; Josua Tuisova and Semi Radradra are big carriers who shift matches with raw power. Young talent keeps emerging from local competitions and school rugby, so expect fresh names to appear season after season.

Want practical tips? If you follow fixtures, check the Rugby World Cup schedule for the Flying Fijians, the HSBC Sevens calendar for sevens events, and the Super Rugby Pacific list for Fijian Drua matches. Those three competitions cover most big moments for Fiji rugby each year.

Where to watch: major sevens and World Rugby events stream on official broadcasters and the World Rugby channels. Super Rugby Pacific has regional broadcasters and streaming platforms — check local listings for live coverage. For quick updates, follow the Fiji Rugby Union and team accounts on Twitter/X, Instagram and Facebook.

Interested in tickets or local viewing? Look for announcements from event organisers and club pages. Big sevens tournaments and international test windows usually release tickets well in advance — local fan pages and clubs often post last-minute deals and watch-party info.

Follow this tag for match reports, player features and fixture reminders. Whether you care about sevens magic, 15s grit, or the rise of Fijian clubs in Super Rugby, we’ll keep the best Fiji rugby news in one place so you can stay up to speed.