Sale Sharks are beefing up their roster with a duo of Fijian internationals, aiming to dominate the PREM next season. The signings of Ponipate Loganimasi and Elia Canakaivata have set the stage for what promises to be an electrifying campaign.
Ponipate Loganimasi, the towering Fiji winger, has inked a two-year deal with Sale Sharks. Fresh off his Olympic silver medal at the 2024 Games, Loganimasi transitioned to the 15-a-side format, quickly making his mark with two tries in the Pacific Nations Cup final. He expressed his enthusiasm about joining Sale, stating,
"I'm so excited about coming to Sale. It'll be my first time outside Fiji and I'm looking forward to playing in a new competition to learn and develop my game."
Alex Sanderson, Sharks director of rugby, described Loganimasi as a perfect fit for the team's evolving attack strategy, noting,
"Poni is the very definition of a flying Fijian. His superpower is his speed and he wants the ball in his hands."
Joining Loganimasi at Sale is Elia Canakaivata, a robust back-rower from the Fijian Drua. Canakaivata, known for his physical prowess and standout performances in both the Fiji Sevens and the 15-a-side game, is eager to dive into the challenges of the PREM. "I'm excited about coming to play for a club like Sale Sharks in the Prem. It's a great competition and a club with a lot of history and it's a great opportunity for me to experience something different," said Canakaivata. Sanderson praised his new acquisition's under-the-radar work ethic and versatility on the field.
While Sale Sharks secure their new signings, the French rugby scene is witnessing its own shuffle. Dimitri Delibes, the sought-after winger from Toulouse, is contemplating offers from Bayonne and Toulon as his contract nears its end. Meanwhile, Toma’akino Taufa is likely to leave Bordeaux-Begles for Biarritz Olympique in search of more playing time, and Ben O’Donovan has made a switch to Munster from Canterbury, bringing his talent to the Irish province after a notable stint in the U20s World Championship.
As the rugby world turns its eyes towards these developments, it's clear that the upcoming season will be rife with fresh talent and strategic plays. The Sale Sharks, in particular, seem poised for a thrilling season with their new Fijian powerhouses ready to make a splash in the PREM.
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Sale Sharks are beefing up their roster with a duo of Fijian internationals, aiming to dominate the PREM next season. The signings of Ponipate Loganimasi and Elia Canakaivata have set the stage for what promises to be an electrifying campaign.
Ponipate Loganimasi, the towering Fiji winger, has inked a two-year deal with Sale Sharks. Fresh off his Olympic silver medal at the 2024 Games, Loganimasi transitioned to the 15-a-side format, quickly making his mark with two tries in the Pacific Nations Cup final. He expressed his enthusiasm about joining Sale, stating,
"I'm so excited about coming to Sale. It'll be my first time outside Fiji and I'm looking forward to playing in a new competition to learn and develop my game."
Alex Sanderson, Sharks director of rugby, described Loganimasi as a perfect fit for the team's evolving attack strategy, noting,"Poni is the very definition of a flying Fijian. His superpower is his speed and he wants the ball in his hands."
Joining Loganimasi at Sale is Elia Canakaivata, a robust back-rower from the Fijian Drua. Canakaivata, known for his physical prowess and standout performances in both the Fiji Sevens and the 15-a-side game, is eager to dive into the challenges of the PREM. "I'm excited about coming to play for a club like Sale Sharks in the Prem. It's a great competition and a club with a lot of history and it's a great opportunity for me to experience something different," said Canakaivata. Sanderson praised his new acquisition's under-the-radar work ethic and versatility on the field.
While Sale Sharks secure their new signings, the French rugby scene is witnessing its own shuffle. Dimitri Delibes, the sought-after winger from Toulouse, is contemplating offers from Bayonne and Toulon as his contract nears its end. Meanwhile, Toma’akino Taufa is likely to leave Bordeaux-Begles for Biarritz Olympique in search of more playing time, and Ben O’Donovan has made a switch to Munster from Canterbury, bringing his talent to the Irish province after a notable stint in the U20s World Championship.
As the rugby world turns its eyes towards these developments, it's clear that the upcoming season will be rife with fresh talent and strategic plays. The Sale Sharks, in particular, seem poised for a thrilling season with their new Fijian powerhouses ready to make a splash in the PREM.