The National Fire Authority side scored an upset 15-10 win over Navy in the second round of the Suva Rugby Union’s Escott Shield competition at Buckhurst Park, Suva yesterday.

NFA who were strengthened by the return of Telecom Fijian Warriors reps Mosese Voka, Serupepeli Vularika and winger Nacani Wakaya, started the match strongly and maintained their momentum right to the end.

In another interesting tussle Police edged out University of the South Pacific (USP) 19-15 while Stallions maintained their winning streak with a 11-5 win over Savura.

Koroturaga Cup

Newcomers Wardens scoop the Koroturaga Cup as they thrashed holders Qauia 23-3.

Wardens led by former Flying Fijian openside flanker  Sailosi Naiteqe had too much firepower for the Lami-based side.

Performance

SRU interim chairman Lai Kavei said they have seen an improved performance from the participation teams. “The competition is getting intensive and we thank the teams for preparing well.

“As competition progresses, we expect the teams to further enhance their performance,” Kavei said.

Results:

Premier: Covenant 11-7 Marist, Raiwaqa WBD Harlequins, Navy 10-15 NFA, Nabua 12-27 QVS, Police 19-15 USP, Savura 5-11 Stallions.
Koroturaga: Kalokolevu Leach 10-6 Toorak Blues, Tovata 17-14 Harvest Supermarket Breakthrough, Qauia 3-23 Wardens, Regent Electric Breakthrough 30-5 PCN Ruggers, Nasinu 14-22 Lami, USON 10-3 Delainavesi, Covenant Red 27-9 Raiwaqa Red, Suvavou 5-9 Namuka-i-Lau.