Nadroga produced a stunning late comeback to defeat Tailevu 37-32 in a thrilling encounter that swung back and forth before a dramatic finish.

The home side wasted no time asserting themselves, with Sefa Tokaduadua crossing over in the opening minute. The successful conversion gave Nadroga a perfect start, leading 7-0.

Nadroga extended their advantage through Taniela Rakuro, who dotted down for the second try of the match. Although the conversion was missed, Nadroga moved further ahead at 12-0.

Tailevu responded through Saula Tuinabunawa, whose converted try cut the deficit to five points. However, Nadroga struck back soon after when Timoci Sauvoli crossed the line, restoring the lead to 17-7 despite the missed conversion.

A successful penalty from Tailevu narrowed the gap to 17-10 after an earlier missed attempt, but Nadroga replied with a penalty of their own to make it 20-10.

Just before the break, Tailevu scored an unconverted try to stay within touching distance, with Nadroga taking a 20-15 lead into halftime.

Nadroga started the second half strongly, with their number nine finishing off a well-worked move before the conversion stretched the margin to 27-15.

Tailevu then mounted an impressive comeback. A converted try by their number two brought them back into the contest, before another try saw them take a 29-27 lead despite the missed conversion. A successful penalty kick pushed their advantage further to 32-27.

With time running out and the game slipping away, Nadroga dug deep. Two late unconverted tries changed the complexion of the match, first drawing the scores level at 32-all before the decisive try handed the hosts a memorable five-point victory.

Nadroga will now face Nadi in the Skipper Cup finals after defeating Nadi 26-19.