The Fijian Drua have continued to formalise their squad for 2022, announcing seven new signings whilst confirming a partnership with New Balance.
Fijian internationals Mesulame Dolokoto, Teti Tela and Haereiti Hetet headline 'Wave Six' of signings as they build for the inaugural Super Rugby Pacific season.
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Dolokoto has gone on to play 10 times for Fiji since making his debut in 2018, playing in the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
He is joined by Tela and Hetet, who have been recent call-ups to the national side, with Tela coming off a stint with the Reds in 2019.
The signings are wrapped up by Fijian U20s flyhalf and fullback Tuidraki Samusamuvodre, young Nadi forward Vilive Miramira, as well as Counties Manukau NPC stars Zuriel Togiatama and Viliame Rarasea.
“Wave Six announcement sees seven strong additions to our foundation squad for the 2021 season," Interim Fijian Drua CEO Brian Thorburn said.
"We are delighted to continue this journey of onboarding players who will etch their name in Fijian Rugby history.”
They also confirmed Fiji and Drua standout Alivereti Veitokani will be part of the wider squad as he continues to recover from injury.
The former NRC Rising Star is expected to feature for the club in 2023 as he continues his rehab.
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The new signings come as the club announced a three-year deal with New Balance, the first Super Rugby side to sign with the apparel giants.
“We extend a very warm welcome to New Balance and Belgravia Sports Apparel as they join our vuvale and become part of our historic Super Rugby journey," Thorburn added.
"It is a massive boost for our fledgling Club to have such an elite apparel partner. Our players simply cannot wait to step out onto the field wearing their New Balance gear, with its cutting-edge innovation and design features which will complement our fearless, fast running, free flowing playing style.
“We can’t wait to share our kit designs with Drua fans, which of course include the highly anticipated home and clash jerseys along with a range of other apparel for the team, coaching and club management staff. The onfield and training gear will all feature elements of our unique and distinct Drua brand which was released last week.
"Our fans will absolutely love the New Balance Drua merchandise, and we’re committed to making it available to fans as soon as we possibly can.”
