"He is ready to be exposed in the IRB 7's series stage".
Those were the words of Digicel Fiji 7's coach Iliesa Tanivula after Red Rock playmaker Peni Gaunimeke was named in the final 12 member team to defend the New Zealand 7's title.
Tanivula said that with 5 new players in the team and with 8 changes from the side that played in Dubai and George this team is confident of doing well in New Zealand.
Vice-captain, Jerry Burotu said that defending the NZ 7's title in Wellington will not be easy.
Burotu believes that the players have what it takes to do Fiji proud.
The team going to Wellington and Las Vegas Jerry Burotu, Apisai Nayabo, Watisoni Votu, Nemani Nagusa, Semesa Gonevou, Kelemedi Bola, Mitieli Nacagilevu, Emosi Vuucago, Ilai Tinai, Peni Gaunimeke, Joeli Lutumailagi and Apisai Navoro.
Vucago will captain the side and will be assisted by Burotu.
Fiji is pooled with South Africa, France and Canada in the NZ 7s which kicks at 1pm next Friday.
Story by: Dreu Vukailagi
Gaunimeke ready to be exposed
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