Reds primed for bold Fiji mission
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At a glance
- The Queensland Reds women's rugby team is preparing for a challenging Super W semifinal match against the Fiji Drua Women in Lautoka.
- Reds halfback Sarah Dougherty expressed confidence following their recent victory over the New South Wales Waratahs, a team they had not previously beaten.
- Coach Andrew Fraser celebrated the win over the Waratahs, acknowledging the upcoming tough match against the Drua.
The McDonald's Fiji Drua Women's team faces a formidable challenge as the Queensland Reds arrive for the Super W semifinal in Lautoka this weekend. The Reds are reportedly braced for a "bold mission" against their Fijian opponents.
Following their significant victory over the New South Wales Waratahs, a team they had struggled to defeat in the past, Reds halfback Sarah Dougherty conveyed confidence in her team's prospects. She stated that overcoming the Waratahs proved their readiness for the challenge and their capability to perform effectively against the Drua.
Reds coach Andrew Fraser was visibly elated after the win against the Waratahs, joining his team's celebratory huddle. His initial words, "bula vinaka," a classic Fijian greeting, perfectly encapsulated the team's achievement: one major hurdle cleared, with another significant one awaiting them in Lautoka.
The Drua Women will host the Reds at 1 p.m. on Saturday. The match will be broadcast live on FBC Sports.
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