Vodafone Vanua Championship: Rewa reigns in nail-biting final

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The taste of victory….Rewa rugby team players and supporters celebrate after winning the 2020 Vodafone Vanua Championship final against Northland, 21-20. Picture: NOA BIUDOLE

A late come back from Rewa saw the side secure the Vodafone Vanua Championship title beating Northland 21-20 in a nail-biter at Lawaqa Park today.

Northland scored first after the break through Malakai Namalo converted by Saint George Talei Rewa scored two crucial tries through inside centre Same Qaluvutu and reserve looseman Ratu Penisa Kotoisuva with Deve adding the conversions to secure the win.

Rewa captain Iakobo Bose dedicated the win to all their supporters who travelled to Lawaqa in numbers.

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