Posted by FJREP under
Sports on January 23rd, 2008.
Adelaide calm sets up storming finish
So beautiful is the Adelaide Oval that you feel like forgetting this state of series, the quiet tension enveloping the ground and the sheer anticipation of one of the most important Tests in recent times. Sitting on the grassy banks, under the shade of the cathedral, it’s easy to forget what’s at stake
Posted by FJREP under
Sports on January 21st, 2008.
Waisale Tikoisolomoni Serevi, also known as the ‘Magician’ and widely considered the worlds greatest rugby sevens play of all time. Serevi is a major sporting icon in Fiji and the Rugby Sevens as a whole. He has represented Fiji numerous times in both the 15s and 7s. But he’s wide success came from the 7s where his athletic ability combined with agility and a mind for the game has taken him to the top. Although 40 this year, this Magician of the game still continues to play and coach, with no compromise either than a bit of lack of speed from his prime years.
A rising star, known by the name of William Ryder, is supposably the next Serevi of Rugby Sevens. Both similar in size and playing style. Ryder is a prodigy of Serevi who found him playing soccer where he noticed Ryders outstanding agility, speed and footwork. Ryder in his early 20s is said to be the next Serevi and continues to prove this statement right.
Following is the video comparing quite possible the two best players to ever play the game of
Rugby Sevens.
Posted by FJREP under
Sports on January 21st, 2008.
The South Seas Drifters side from Fiji retained the Darwin 7s tournament title last night.
The Waisale Serevi led side defeated the Aussie Spirit 27-12 in the final and also clinched the first prize-money of $14,000.
The South Seas Drifters which also had the services of Lepani and Mosese Luveitasau beat Australia’s Gordon side 40-0 in the semifinal while Aussie Spirit laced with Australian 7’s players like Shawn MacKay, Ant Saver, James O’Connor and Lachlan Mitchell defeated the Samurai International 14-7 in the other semifinal.
The South African 7s team was playing as Samurai International.