DRUA DISASTER! KIWIS STAMPEDE FIJI IN SUVA – COACH UNDER FIRE AFTER BRUTAL BLOWOUT!
Suva, Fiji – What was supposed to be a proud homecoming turned into a nightmare for the Fijian Drua as they were dismantled 31-14 by the Canterbury Crusaders in front of a stunned Suva crowd on Friday evening. The visiting New Zealand side ran riot early, storming to a 31-0 lead before the Drua could even mount a response.
The Crusaders’ dominance was complete in all facets, with fullback Will Jordan putting on a masterclass, dishing out three try assists in a clinical display. The Kiwis’ relentless pace and precision caught the Drua off guard from kickoff, leaving fans bewildered as their team struggled to gain any foothold.
It wasn’t until the final quarter that the Drua showed some fight, scoring two consolation tries to avoid a shutout. But by then, the damage was already done. The loss drops the Drua further down the Super Rugby Pacific standings and raises serious questions about the team’s tactical preparation and leadership.
Head coach Mick Byrne now finds himself under intense scrutiny, with critics and fans alike demanding accountability. Social media erupted following the final whistle, with many calling for a shake-up in the coaching staff after what some described as “a complete collapse at home.”
“We didn’t show up in that first half,” Byrne admitted post-match. “The Crusaders exposed our lack of discipline and execution. That’s on us—and on me.”
As the pressure mounts, Drua will need to regroup quickly, with another tough fixture looming. But after such a bruising defeat, confidence may be their biggest challenge of all.
Stay tuned as the fallout continues and the Drua look to salvage their season before it slips further away.
