Naitasiri have successfully defended the prestigious INNK Fiji Rugby Farebrother Trophy after 24 years in Naluwai, this afternoon.

The Highlanders thrashed challengers Namosi 20-5 and are now focused on Nadroga.

Speaking to SUNsports Naitasiri head coach Ilaitia Tuisese Jnr said they have to work on their discipline if they are to beat Nadroga.

“We started slow but the boys fought back,” he said.

“It’s good get this win for the province and we want our fans to enjoy the win.”

“Next up we have Nadroga so we will have to work hard.”

“There was a lot of indiscipline so we will have work on those areas.”

What happened: A scrappy side for both teams as they try to adapt to the muddy  conditions at Naluwai.

Naitasiri hooker Seremaia Naureure was yellow carded for foul play in the 8th  minute.

Naitasiri full-back Etonia Rokotuisawa kicked over a drop goal in the 16th  minute for a 3-0 lead.

The Naitasiri forwards dominated the scrum and were awarded a penalty try in the 23rd  minute to extend their lead to 10-0.

With Naitasiri players getting three yellow cards, Namosi managed to score a try through winger Avete Daveta right in the 40th  minute.

Halftime: Naitasiri 10-5 Namosi

Naitasiri scored the first point of the second half through Rokotuisawa’s penalty for a 13- 5 lead.

Naitasiri winger Viliame Kanatabua intercepted the ball from a Namosi backline move to score a try with the conversion going over.

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