An experienced 12 member squad has been named to spearhead Fiji's campaign for a good outting in Hong Kong next weekend.
Digicel Fiji 7s Coach Iliesa Tanivula said with 30 points being offered in the Hong Kong 7s Tournament, recalling old hands like Setefano Cakau, Osea Kolinisau, David Batiratu and Seremaia Burotu is to ensure that Fiji has a good start in the pool games.
The Fiji team to the Hong Kong 7s:
Seremaia Burotu, Watisoni Votu, Setefano Cakau, Dale Tonawai, Waqabaca Kotobalavu, Nikola Matawalu, Emosi Vucago, Mitieli Nacagilevu, Joeli Lutumailagi, Ilai Tinai, David Batiratu and Osea Kolinisau.
The non-traveling reserves are Kelemedi Bola, Livai Ikanikoda, Sailosi Rabo and Nemani Nagusa.
The Hong Kong 7s will kick off next Friday and Fiji is pooled with Kenya, Russia and Malaysia.
The side will be taking on Malaysia on Friday in their first pool game.
Story by: Paradise Tabucala
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