Famous Sports Personalities from Fiji
Fiji has produced world-class athletes, especially in rugby, but also in football, boxing, weightlifting, and athletics. Many Fijian sports figures have achieved Olympic medals, international recognition, and professional careers overseas.
Top Famous Sports Personalities from Fiji
1. Waisale Serevi – Rugby Legend
- Known as the “King of Sevens“
- Regarded as one of the greatest rugby sevens players of all time
- Played and coached for Fiji
- Inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame
2. Jerry Tuwai – Rugby Sevens
- Star of Fiji’s Olympic gold medal-winning teams (2016 & 2020)
- Former World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year
- National hero for leading Fiji to historic wins
3. Eileen Cikamatana – Weightlifting
- Commonwealth Games gold medalist (2018 & 2022)
- Originally represented Fiji, now competes for Australia
- Known for record-breaking lifts in women’s categories
4. Joy Ali – Boxing
- Famous Fijian professional boxer
- Known as “The Jet” in the boxing world
- Held several regional titles in the Oceania region
5. Roy Krishna – Football (Soccer)
- Captain of the Fiji national football team
- Played professionally in New Zealand, India (ISL), and Oceania
- One of Fiji’s most successful footballers globally
6. Banuve Tabakaucoro – Sprinting
- Called “The Fastest Man in the Pacific”
- Multiple-time Pacific Games gold medalist in 100m and 200m
- Represented Fiji in Commonwealth and Olympic Games
7. Semi Radradra – Rugby (League & Union)
- Played rugby league for Parramatta Eels (Australia)
- Switched to rugby union, representing Fiji and Bristol Bears
- Known for his powerful runs and versatility
8. Leone Nakarawa – Rugby Union
- Star lock forward, known for his incredible offloads
- Played in Top 14 (France) and Pro14 (Scotland)
- Key part of Fiji’s rugby 15s and 7s squads
9. Makelesi Bulikiobo – Athletics
- Fiji’s top female sprinter and national record holder
- Competed in Olympic Games (2008) and Commonwealth events
10. Nemani Nadolo – Rugby Union
- Powerful winger who played in Super Rugby, Europe, and for Fiji’s national team
- Known for size, speed, and finishing ability
