FIJI Water will be the official drink supplier for the Fiji National Rugby League as they build up to the Rugby League World Cup.

The World Cup will be held on October 27- December 2.

The sponsorship deal was signed by chief executive officers of Fiji Water, Rokoseru Nabalarua and FNRL Timoci Naleba at the FIJI Water head office yesterday.

Nabalarua said Fiji Water was happy to be associated with FNRL.

“This year is a very important year as they build up towards Rugby League World Cup in October,” Nabalarua said.

“With Earth’s finest Water now on board, we are confident the FNRL will receive the much needed support and hydration that will help develop the sport in the country and enhance the FNRL preparations for the Rugby League World Cup.”

Naleba thanked the FIJI Water for their timely support.

“We would like to thank FIJI Water for accepting our invitation to become our exclusive drink supplier especially this year as we gearing up for the Rugby League World Cup.

“It is a great honour to sign up this sponsorship deal with Earth’s Finest water- FIJI Water.

“We strongly believe Fiji Water is the best for our players because of its premium quality and electrolytes that is much needed by players in their strengthening and conditioning programmes,” Naleba added.

FIJI Water’s sponsorship deal includes cash and water for the FNRL.