The Digicel Fiji 7 team coaching staff has named a 20 member training squad to prepare for the Hong Kong and Japan 7 next month.

Head coach Alifereti Dere has brought in the likes of Wardens speedster Niko Verekauta, playmaker Joji Ragamate, Ilai Tinai and Apisai Nayabo into the team.

Also Nikola Matawalu, Josaia Lotawa, Miti Nacagilevu, Joeli Lutumailagi and Jimilai Nakaidawa are recalled into the squad.

Suva winger, Sikeli Vuruna is also in the team with Naitasiri number 8 Timoci Vakadranu

Those who returned from Las Vegas are Waisea Nayacalevu, Avenisi Vasuinubu, Metuisela Talebula, Nemani Nagusa, Levani Botia, Sekonaia Kalou, Emosi Vucago and Setefano Cakau remain in the squad while James Brown, Jone Tiko, Osea Kolinisau and Dan Rawaqa ruled out.

The Hong Kong 7 is scheduled for the 23rd to the 25th of next month.


Story by: Dreu Vukailagi