Top 14

The Top 14 is the premier rugby competition in France. It features 14 teams with a promotion relegation system. A total of 31 players are of Fijian heritage or nationality. This page is dedicated to their progress throughout the season.

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Hughes scores in Top 14 debut

The much hyped Racing 92 travelled to Lyon in their opening match. Former Black Rams backrower Nathan Hughes started at the back of the scrum for the Parisians.

He scored their first try of the season in the 7th minute with a pick-and-go from close range.

However it would be their only 5 pointer for the afternoon, the home side Lyon coming away with a 32-7 win.

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Top 14
September 10, 2025

Vici first Fijian to score in new season

Stade Francais hosted newcomers Montauban to open the new Top 14 season.

Fittingly for the visitors, it was their star winger Josua Vici who opened their scoring in the 11th minute with an acrobatic finish.

The home side were far too clinical and ran away to a 42-12 lead before 2 late tries brought some respect to the scoreline for Montauban. Final score 47-24.

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Top 14
September 10, 2025

Top 14 selections for round 1

Teamlists for round 1 of the Top 14 are in with Stade Francais hosting newcomers Montauban in the season opener. Peniasi Dakuwaqa starts on the right wing, on the opposite side Josua Vici for USM.

Peceli Yato will make his debut for Perpignan off the bench with Eneriko Buliruarua starting. For Bayonne Luke Tagi has been named in the 23 jumper.

Iosefo Masi makes his Top 14 debut from Lyon's bench, while Nathan Hughes also makes his first appearance as Racing's Number 8. Vinaya Habosi is at 13 while Lekima Tagitagivalu makes his club debut off the bench along with Josua Tuisova.

Vilimoni Botitu is in the 22 jumper for Castres who travel to Pau while Setariki Tuicuvu starts on the wing for Toulon against Montpellier.

Salesi Rayasi play's his first competition match for Bordeaux who host La Rochelle. They have named Levani Botia at 6, Suliasi Vunivalu on the wing and making his Top 14 debut is former Mont de Marsan centre/wing Semi Lagivala on the bench.

Clermont and Toulouse wrap up round 1 on Monday morning with their teamlists yet to be released.

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Top 14
September 6, 2025

Top 14 kickoff

The 2025/2026 Top 14 Season kicks off tonight. We are tracking close to 50 Fijian players this season. New faces include Nathan Hughes, Iosefo Masi, Selestino Ravutaumada and few players make the step up from the Pro D2 including Alivereti Loaloa and Pio Muarua.

See the full list here

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Top 14
September 6, 2025

Mick Byrne names exciting lineup for Wallabies test

Flying Fijians head coach Mick Byrne has named an exciting lineup for their opening Test match this Sunday against the Wallabies. Amongst those named, former New Zealand Sevens rep Salesi Rayasi who will start at fullback.

Taking over the captaincy after the international retirement of Waisea Nayacalevu is Fijian Drua Hooker Tevita Ikanivere. Also making a likely debut if halfback Philip Baselala who has been named on the bench.

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International
July 5, 2025

Seru joins Mont de Marsan on loan deal

Mont de Marsan has acquired the services of promising young Centre Tomasi Seru from La Rochelle for the 2025/2026 season on a loan deal.

Seru made his Top 14 debut in round 6 against Bayonne, coming off the bench and lining up against Manu Tuilagi. Stuck behind more established Centres, the powerful runner will gain valuable game time and experience in the Pro D2.

Mont de Marsan finished a disappointing 13th place last season after a promising 2023 campaign which saw them 1 game shy of the Grand Final.

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Pro D2
June 30, 2025

Bayonne lock in Maqala long term

Bayonne and Flying Fijians centre Sireli Maqala have agreed to a massive five-year contract extension, keeping him at the club until 2030.

Rather than settling for a typical two- or three-year deal, the Blue and Whites made a strong statement about their belief in the Ra native's value to the team.

Now 25 and coming off his fourth season with the club, Maqala delivered his best campaign yet. With Bayonne emerging as a genuine finals contender, the club is clearly locking in key pieces for a bright future.

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Top 14
June 26, 2025

Duguivalu makes main French squad

Perpignan Centre Alivereti Duguivalu has been named in the France squad to tour New Zealand. This only a week after making his France XV debut.

He is one of 18 uncapped players in the squad which fly out next Tuesday.

Should he get the opportunity to wear Les Bleus jersey, he joins Noa Nakaitaci & Virimi Vakatawa as Fijians to represent France.

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International
June 25, 2025

Toulon exit after Semi Final loss

Toulon's season came to an end this morning after losing their Semi Final against Bordeaux 24-39.

The visitors trailed 10-15 at the break but Bordeaux pulled away in the 2nd half and had too much class in the end.

Setariki Tuicuvu scored Toulon's final try in the 61st minute when he crashed onto a ball, running a great line to score. He also made a linebreak in the first half, one of the few times they broke the defensive line.

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Top 14
June 22, 2025

Daunivucu in French U20 World Cup Squad

La Rochelle Centre Simeli Daunivucu has been named in the France U20 squad for the upcoming U20 World Cup which begins next weekend.

Daunivucu played 7 matches this season at club level and also in their U20 6 Nations campaign which they won.

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Top 14
June 22, 2025

Bayonne bow out

Bayonne's record breaking season came to an end this morning after defeat to Toulouse 25-32. The visitors kicked 5 first penalties through the boot of sharpshooter Joris Segonds to trail 15-20 but the home side had too much firepower in the end.

Sireli Maqala and Luke Tagi both started the match and will now head back to Fiji to prepare for the international season.

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Top 14
June 21, 2025

Hughes a target for Racing

Former Black Rhinos Number 8 Nathan Hughes is in the sights of Top 14 club Racing 92. The Parisian club is still reeling from a poor 2025 season which saw them finish 10th and at times during the season in real danger of relegation.

Racing already boast a host of Fijians including Josua Tuisova, Vinaya Habosi, Wame Naituvi and the incoming Selestino Ravutaumada.

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Top 14
June 16, 2025

Duguivalu selected in France A Squad

Fresh off their access match win over Grenoble, Perpignan Centre Alivereti Duguivalu has been selected in the France A squad to face England XV on next weekend (June 21).

The 27 year old Nadroga native is yet to play representative football and comes in on the back of another solid season where he played 20 matches plus another 2 Challenge Cup games.

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Top 14
June 15, 2025

Toulon heading to Semi Finals

Toulon are headed to the Top 14 Semi Finals after beating Castres 52-23 in their Quarter Final. Winger Jiuta Wainiqolo set up a try after another amazing run while Setariki Tuicuvu also had a try assist through an offload.

Wainiqolo got his own 5 pointer right at the death to take the score past 50.

While the scoreline suggests a comfortable win for the home side, the match remained close up until the final 15 minutes. Toulon face Bordeaux next weekend.

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Top 14
June 15, 2025

Perpignan staying in Top 14

Perpignan have defeated Grenoble in a a thrilling contest 13-11 to retain their place in the Top 14. Winger Tavite Veredamu scored his sides only try after only 2 minutes. The match turned into a tight tussle with the lead changing several times. A penalty goal in the 77th minute gave USAP a 2 point lead and ultimately the win.

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Top 14
June 15, 2025

Bayonne heading to the Semi Finals

Bayonne are one game away from the Top 14 Final after defeating and eliminating Clermont this morning. In pouring rain, points were hard to come by except by the boot. Bayonne kicking 5 penalties and a drop goal to add to their sole try giving them a 20-3 win.

Peceli Yato played his last match for Clermont, leaving for Perpignan next season.

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Top 14
June 14, 2025

Player Updates

Alivereti
Loaloa
Clermont
Outside Centre
Baptism of fire in Top 14 debut

Alivereti Loaloa was thrown into the deep end in his Top 14 debut for Clermont. A starting jersey against none other than Toulouse.

He made 6 carries for 26 metres but defensively missed 7 tackles of his 14 attempts.

Despite his defensive errors, a starting jersey shows the faith the club have put in him.

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Setariki
Tuicuvu
Toulon
Winger, Outside Centre
Tuicuvu scores in Semi Final loss

Setariki Tuicuvu scored Toulon’s 2nd and final try in their Semi Final loss to Bordeaux 24-39.

The Nadi native was probably their most dangerous player on the night, making their first linebreak on a 40 metre run in the first half, bumping the fullback on his way.

He scored after running a great line in the 61st minute to bring his side back into the game but the home side had too much class in the end.

Tuicuvu was one of the players cut from the Flying Fijians extended squad and after tonights performance where he topped 100 metres and beat 5 defenders, it truly leaves fans scratching their heads.

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Selestino
Ravutaumada
Racing 92
Winger
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Nathan
Hughes
Racing 92
Number 8
Hughes scores on Racing debut

Nathan Hughes made his Top 14 debut for Racing, starting at Number 8 in their trip to Lyon.

He scored their only try of the afternoon, powering over from a pick-and-go at close range.

He also showed off his power game with his strong carries and looks set to be a real asset for the Parisian club this season.

He made 22 metres from 8 carries, 7 tackles and 1 dominant tackle.

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Wame
Naituvi
Racing 92
Winger
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Josua
Tuisova
Racing 92
Winger, Inside Centre
Centrepiece of Fijian attack

Josua Tuisova proved again to be the centrepiece of the Flying Fijians attacking game. Constantly hitting the ball up into a brick wall and tacking several defenders to bring him down.

At times he looked a little overworked, leaving little in the tank for later in the game. He was replaced by Vilimoni Botitu in the 65th minute.

A mammoth 19 carries for 118 metres, 2 offloads and 7 defenders beaten. Defensively he was also a brick wall, causing a maul turnovers and 2 ruck turnovers.

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