THE Fijian Drua has welcomed the discussion of a change in dates proposed for the 2024 Skipper Cup competition.
The start in February, to coincide with the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season, is a welcome development, as it allows Drua players to take part in the local competition.
Fijian Drua CEO Mark Evans said the franchise will fully support this decision from the Fiji Rugby Union.
“This would allow members of the extended Drua squad to have much needed game time during the Super Rugby Pacific season and play for their local provinces to further build links along the playing pathway,” Evans said.
“This is positive news for local rugby in Fiji and allow consistent rugby content throughout the year.
“The Fijian Drua note with interest the Fijian Rugby Unions proposal to start the Skipper Cup competition in February 2024 and would like to make public their unreserved support for such a change.”
He added this will boost the teams taking part in the Skipper Cup competition.
“The Fijian Drua very much hopes the provincial unions will support such developments.
“This will also be a great boost for fans and Skipper Cup teams to have some of our players representing their various provincial teams and adding to the quality of the game.”
The Fijian Drua’s 2024 Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season is expected to start on February 24 against Blues in Auckland.
The 2024 Skipper Cup season is expected to begin in February.
