"We will do our best"
Those are the words of Digicel Fiji 7's captain, Dale Tonawai when the final 12 member team to the last leg of the IRB 7's was announced today.
Tonawai know's that the side has been under a lot of criticism after the Hong Kong and Australia 7's and this is a chance to win the loyalty of the fans.
He believes that many rugby followers will judge the coaching staff and the players on the achievement they will make in this trip.
Meanwhile, four new caps have been named in the Fiji 7s team for England and Scotland.
Army's towering lock forward, Leone Nakarawa, former Lelean Under 19 captain, Metuisela Talebula, Livai Ikanikoda of the Wardens team and Police captain Sakenasa Aca, are the new players in the team.
Coach Josateki Savou has retained the services of 7 players that played in Hong Kong, namely captain Dale Tonawai, Watisoni Votu, Setefano Cakau, Nikola Matawalu, Mitieli Nacagilevu, David Batiratu and Joeli Lutumailagi.
Recalled into the team after missing the last leg is Red Rock's Peni Gaunimeke.
The Fiji 7s team is in Pool D in England with South Africa, Russia and Portugal.
The England 7s starts next Saturday.
Story by: Dreu Vukailagi
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