Fijiana set for Springbok challenge

The Vodafone Fijiana XV is set to host South Africa for two international Test matches next month, marking a significant occasion for women's rugby in Fiji. The Springbok Women will face the Fijiana on August 8 and 15, reigniting a rivalry that produced one of Fiji's most memorable moments at the 2022 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.

In that World Cup encounter, Fiji secured a historic 21-17 win over South Africa, which was the team's first-ever victory in the Women's Rugby World Cup. The upcoming Tests are anticipated to present another formidable challenge for the Fijiana, as South Africa is currently ranked 10th globally, while Fiji holds the 13th position in the latest World Rugby rankings.

These matches are also an important part of the preparation for both teams as they continue to build towards future international competitions. Fijian rugby fans will have the opportunity to watch top-level women's rugby on home soil as the national side aims to create more history against one of the world's leading teams.