“This is a joint funded post so a resignation from the national team means a resignation from the Drua role,” Evans said.
Vodafone Fijiana XV prop Vika Matarugu (with ball) leads the charge with hooker Loraini Senivutu in support in Dubai. Photo: FRU Media
The process to appoint a Vodafone Fijiana XV and Rooster Chicken Fijian Drua women’s rugby head coach has already begun.
This was confirmed by Fijian Drua chief executive officer Mark Evans.
This was after head coach Mosese Rauluni resigned after the Fijiana XV’s recent poor showing at the WXV3 in Dubai, where they lost to Samoa and Spain.
“This is a joint funded post so a resignation from the national team means a resignation from the Drua role,” Evans said.
He said they are working with FRU to find a replacement. In an earlier interview former Fijiana XV head coach Senirusi Seruvakula has no interest for the job while Inoke Male is yet to decide on it.
It is likely that Rauluni’s assistant coach Kele Leawere could be considered since he has been working with the players.
Women’s World Cup pools
Meanwhile, the Fijiana XVs is in a tough pool for next year’s Women’s Rugby World Cup in England. The Fijians are drawn into Pool B where they face Canada, Scotland and Wales. The Fijiana XVs were thrashed 59-15 against Scotland in last month’s Test match at the Hive Stadium in Edinburgh.
Reigning champions New Zealand is in Pool C where they take on Ireland, Japan and South Africa. Hosts England is in Pool A along with Australia, USA and Samoa.
The Women’s RWC is from August 22 to September 27.
Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 pools
Pool A: England, Australia, USA, Samoa
Pool B: Canada, Scotland, Wales, Fiji
Pool C: New Zealand, Ireland, Japan, Spain
Pool D: France, Italy, South Africa, Brazil.
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