The Digicel Fiji 7s team knows the expectation from the rugby public ahead of their opening pool game against France at 1.44 this afternoon.
Captain Emosi Vucago has assured the nation that they have prepared well.
Vucago said the coaching staff has set the target for the remaining of the series but it has to start in the New Zealand 7s.
For his assistant Jerry Burotu he believes the inclusion of his former mentor Josateki Savou to assist Iliesa Tanivula is what the side needs to become the first ever Fiji side to win the title for two years in a row.
But for the host team, New Zealand playing at home will always be tough and captain DJ Forbes knows that pressure is on them to deliver the results.
The Fiji 7s team that will play France at 1.44pm will have Jerry Burotu, Watisoni Votu and Apisai Nayabo in the forwards.
Emosi Vucago will lead the back-line with Ilai Tinai at play-maker, Miti Nacagilevu at rover and Joeli Lutumailagi on the wing.
Story by: Dreu Vukailagi
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