The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua has extended the contracts of four players who played key roles in their campaign in last season’s Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific.
The franchise announced they have re-signed Flying Fijians squad members Jone Koroiduadua and Emosi Tuqiri, with Etonia Waqa and Kitione Salawa completing the group.
Koroiduadua and Tuqiri were among the 20 Drua players named in the Flying Fijians recent internationals and Rugby World Cup campaign.
Their experience from a successful stint with the national side will be a boost for the Drua’s campaign in the new season.
Fijian Drua chief executive Mark Evans welcomed the recommitment of the four forwards as it indicated confidence in the club’s program.
“We are extremely proud to re-sign our players and have them pledge their commitment with us for Super Rugby Pacific. We are building a strong squad for the upcoming seasons, with consistency and continuity as our foundations.
“It will be an exciting 2024 season as we host seven home matches for the first time. We can’t wait to play again in front of our families, friends, and the world’s best fans. As our ’16th player’, they make all the difference for us.”
The Fijian Drua will announce further re-signings in the coming days.
