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👀💙 Can you guess who?

Two of our rising stars have recently had the honour of donning the white jersey and representing Fiji at the Under-20 level! 🇫🇯🏉

We’ll be putting the spotlight on these two young warriors soon… 🔥

Any guesses, Bluez Vuvale? 👀💙🤍

Vakanuinui maleka vi kemudou na cauravou e na vuku ni qito e dai- skipper, Das kei Dan👏🏽
Taniela Waqavatu, Osea Dasalusalu, Peceli Rokotuivatu 👊🏽
💙❤️🖤

Credit: Naitasiri Rugby Union 2026

Vakanuinui maleka Tamana!

⛵Welcome home, Naisarani

FIJIAN DRUA SIGNS EXPERIENCED WALLABY ISI NAISARANI

The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua is delighted to announce the signing of Fiji-born former Wallabies No. 8 Isi Naisarani ahead of the 2027 Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season. The signing also marks a significant homecoming for the former Ratu Kadavulevu School student, who left Fiji as a young player chasing an opportunity abroad and now returns to play professional rugby in front of family, friends and the Drua Nation.

Originally from Naqali, Naitasiri and shares maternal links to Gusuisavu in Naitasiri, the powerful backrower brings a wealth of Super Rugby and international experience to the Drua, having represented the Western Force, ACT Brumbies and Melbourne Rebels during an impressive career in Australia before also taking his talents to Japan.

Excited for the journey ahead, Naisarani said: “I’m really excited to be joining the Fijian Drua team for the 2027 season. My family and I can’t wait to meet and connect with all the fans. Let’s make 2027 a good one. Toso Drua Toso!”

Isi initially made his mark playing club rugby for Souths in Brisbane before earning selection for Brisbane City in Australia’s National Rugby Championship in 2016. His breakthrough campaign saw him play seven matches and score five tries, with his powerful ball carrying quickly attracting the attention of Super Rugby clubs.

Naisarani signed with the Western Force and made his Super Rugby debut against the Waratahs in Sydney in 2017. He enjoyed an outstanding rookie campaign, playing 15 matches and becoming the first player to win the Nathan Sharpe Medal as the Force’s Player of the Year in his first professional season. He registered 126 carries for 662 metres, 22 tackle busts and 108 tackles during an impressive introduction to Super Rugby Pacific.

In 2017 he won the prestigious RUPA Medal for Excellence after he was voted the Best Australian Super Rugby player of the Year by his peers, the first player in history to win this award in their debut year.

His performances earned him a move to the ACT Brumbies for the 2018 season before he joined the Melbourne Rebels in 2019, establishing himself as one of the competition’s leading ball-carrying No. 8s. Naisarani later returned to where his Super Rugby journey began, rejoining the Western Force during the 2023 Super Rugby Pacific season with more than 65 Super Rugby appearances to his name.

Naisarani’s rise in Australian rugby culminated in his international debut for the Wallabies against South Africa in Johannesburg in July 2019, becoming Wallaby No. 926. He quickly established himself at No. 8 and was selected in Australia’s squad for the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan, where he started against the country of his birth, Fiji, in their opening pool match and featured in the quarterfinal against England.

His career also took him to Japan following his time with the Melbourne Rebels, adding further international club experience to a career that has taken him through some of the toughest professional rugby competitions in the world.

Swire Shipping Fijian Drua Head Coach Brad Mooar said: “Isi joining the Drua Vuvale is a very exciting signing for us. A dynamic powerful & skilful player he will add a huge amount to our game in attack & in defence. Watching his games in the Shute Shield this year and speaking with Isi it is clear that he is in a great space and is loving his rugby and life. Isi is happy, fulfilled and hungry to keep getting better and to give to the Drua - that is a powerful combination! Isi will be outstanding for us. Welcome to the Drua Vuvale Isi & family, we are thrilled to have you on board.”

Naisarani finished his 2026 season on a high after he was named in the Code Sports Shute Shield Team of the Year as the No. 8 of the season and finished as the runner-up for the Ken Catchpole Medal with 20 points, 2 points behind the lead.

🎬 🔵💪 THAT’S A WRAP ON THE 2026 SEASON! 🎬 🔵💪

Bula maleka Bluez vuvale. Our 2026 rugby season came to an end in August, and we couldn’t be prouder of the glorious performances the boys delivered week in and week out. We want to say a massive vinaka vakalevu to all our fans and families for the unconditional support. 🙌🔵

But just because the season has ended doesn't mean the action stops here on our page!

Now, it’s time to wind down the remaining months of the year with something a little different. We are taking a deep dive into life outside of the sport with our "Beyond the Kit" off-season showcase! 🛠️👔 From player spotlighting to throwback bloopers (hopefully 😂), we have so much lined up for you.

So gear up as we wind down the remaining months of 2026 together! ⚙️🌅 The boots are put away, but the Blues family spirit stays loud. 🔵

👇 Drop a comment below: Who is the first player you want to see featured in our Player Spotlight? Tag them! 👇

Sota ya Bluez vuvale!

The stage is set for an exciting Skipper Match as Naitasiri Rugby Union hosts Taveuni Rugby Union this Saturday at Ratu Cakobau Park! 🏉

Come out and support your team as these two proud rugby unions battle it out on the field. Bring your family, bring your friends, and be part of the action!

E Na Maa, Ena Qe! Tu Ta Bau!

With Koicolo Rakavi Cooperative – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉

2 Timoci 2:5

Bluez vuvale- Something special is brewing… 🫣🏉

💙🏉 THE JOURNEY CONTINUES… ANOTHER MILESTONE FOR ONE OF OUR SEASONED CAPTAIN!

Years of commitment. Countless battles. One journey that continues to rise. Another chapter. Another opportunity. Another reminder that “talairawarawa” and “vakarorogo” speak louder than words.

One of our seasoned skipper has once again reached a significant milestone in his rugby journey. From leading the Bluez, to representing Naitasiri, and now taking another significant step in his rugby journey — this is a moment we are incredibly proud of. He continues to pave the way and set an example for those coming behind him.

We will leave the finer details for another day… 🤫👀

For now, congratulations, Captain courageous! Another piece of history for the Bluez family. 💙🔥

Keep going. Keep believing. Keep making history. The journey is far from over. 🏉💪

The Bluez family stands proudly behind you. 🔵🔥

💙🖤🤍

Vakanuinui maleka vi kemudou na cauravou e na vuku ni qito e dai- Taniela Waqavatu, Osea Dasalusalu kei Peceli Rokotuivatu 👊🏽
💙❤️🖤

Credit: Naitasiri Rugby Union 2026