Nadroga Rugby Union President, Tiko Matawalu has sent out a stern warning to Nadroga rugby players not to take Tailevu lightly.
Matawalu said Farebrother-Sullivan trophy challenge is a different ball game and added the team that makes wise decisions will have the edge to be crowned as Farebrother champions.
The Stallions have named a strong line up with a total of 14 National reps starting in the first fifteen.
Captain Setefano Somoca will lead the front row with Peni Ravai and Seremaia Naureure at hooker, Manoa Tamaya and Etonia Naba will be locks, Nemani Nagusa and Semesa Gonevou are the flankers while Asaeli Boko will be at number eight.
Nemani Raiwalui will be up against Henry Seniloli at halfback, Jonetani Ralulu’s kicking abilities will be tested against Tailevu's flyhalf Amani Bosenawai.
Samuela Cava and Apisalome Waqatabu have been drafted at wing, Savenaca Rawaca and Apisai Domolailai will combine at center while Samisoni Viriviri will start at fullback.
Other big names that will come in as replacements include Ratu Penijamini Makutu, Ula-iasi Lawavou, Mosese Volavola, Jiuta Lutumailagi and Iliesa Ratuva.
Last year the Stallions defeated Tailevu at Prince Charles Park 43 26.
Tailevu will host Nadroga at 7pm tomorrow at the ANZ Stadium and you can catch the live commentary on our sister station VITI FM.
Story by: Rusiate Baleilevuka
Do not underestimate Tailevu - Matawalu
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