The Kangaroos are bracing for an all-out “bash fest” when they face a Fiji side fuelled by brotherly love at the Rugby League World Cup.
Coach Tim Sheens is looking to build some much-needed momentum after a sluggish performance in their opening 28-20 win over England.
Sheens added the Vodafone Fiji Bati’s aggression and passion caught his eyes and Kangaroos back-rower Luke Lewis predicts more of the same on Sunday morning.
Sheens said the Fijians also possess plenty of finishing talent, notably former Kangaroo Akuila Uate who opened with a hat-trick against Ireland, while fellow winger Marika Koroibete and fullback Kevin Naiqama are among the most exciting young backs in the game.
The Fiji Bati have never come within 50 points of Australia in three previous Test matches but a side littered with NRL talent and spearheaded by ageless warrior Petero Civoniceva is tipped to put up an improved showing.
The Fiji Bati will play the Australian Kangaroos this Sunday at 9am.
Meanwhile, New Zealand will play France at 8am tomorrow.
Story by: Aliki Bia
[Source: NRL]
