A rugby debut in Fiji is not easy. But Lomax made excellent first impression

April 12, 2026 — 1:30pm

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1. Zac Lomax makes an excellent first impression

The former Parramatta winger got 20 minutes off the bench in the Western Force’s 24-22 loss to the Fijian Drua in Lautoka – not the easiest place to make a good start. But Lomax impressed.

He was eager for work. He contributed to a Force turnover with his defensive strength, sparked an excellent counterattack with his pace and a nice delayed pass, and caught one high ball – though he was then forced into touch in the greasy conditions.

For a big man, he looked exceptionally light on his feet, showing no signs of the hamstring twinge that stopped him from making his debut last week.

The Force entertain the Crusaders in a must-win game next week, which will be a different test, but Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt must have been very impressed with Lomax given that difficult game in Fiji.

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