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Independent Fiji rugby players' union ready to launch when the FRU elects a new board next month

Independent Fiji rugby players' union ready to launch when the FRU elects a new board next month

Update: 2024-10-17
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While the World Cup pay row involving the Flying Fijians has been playing out in public, former player and coach Ilie Tabua has been working behind the scenes to put together a new association that will be an independent voice for the players.    

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Independent Fiji rugby players' union ready to launch when the FRU elects a new board next month

Independent Fiji rugby players' union ready to launch when the FRU elects a new board next month

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