Three points ahead with two events to play in this year's IRB Sevens World Series, Samoa's players and coach currently stand 12 games and 12 wins away from lifting the title.

The Uale Mai led side never before led the World Series and they know the rewards might in store if the class of 2010 maintain their upper hand against New Zealand and strike gold.

Coach Stephan Betham said that New Zealand strength is in the balance of players they have with Fijian duo Lote Raikabula and Tomasi Cama Jnr playing key role.