The Flying Fijian 15s rugby team has been placed on a strict diet ahead of their opening Pacific Nations Cup match against Tonga on Saturday.

Since the side arrived into the Royal Tonga International Hotel on Tuesday, trainer Naca Cawanibuka has been in charge of looking at each individual player's meal.

Manager Semi Rogoyawa said they are following the diet been given by the dietitian to keep them in shape for the showdown against the Ikale Tahi on Saturday.