DEFENDING four years of dominance comes with its own expectations, and the Fiji Police Force knows there is little room for complacency as it prepares for this year’s Ratu Sukuna Bowl challenge.
With the coveted trophy firmly in their possession, Police are determined to keep their winning run alive against the Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF), who will be eager to reclaim rugby bragging rights.
Fiji Police Force Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu has backed his side to rise to the occasion, declaring the force ready for another chapter in the historic rivalry.
“The Fiji Police is ready to take on the 2026 Sukuna war,” Tudravu said.
However, he acknowledged that retaining the title would not come easily, particularly against a military outfit equally determined to make its mark.
“We are coming in prepared. We know that we are up against a very good team,” he said.
For Police, the challenge extends beyond simply protecting their four-year winning streak. Another victory would give the current team an opportunity to create its own place in Sukuna Bowl history.
Meanwhile, the commissioner believes the lessons gathered from previous campaigns will be important as the defending champions look to maintain their standards.
The two-day competition will be hosted by the RFMF in Suva from November 19-20, with football, touch rugby and rugby league at Buckhurst Ground One and volleyball, netball and basketball at the FMF Gymnasium.
The main rugby challenge will be played at the HFC Bank Stadium on November 20, where Police will look to turn their confidence into another title-winning performance.
