Vodafone Fiji 7s robust player Semi Kunatani has been nominated for the 2015 World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year Award.

Kunatani has been impressive in both attack and defence and finished the season as one of the leading tacklers and try scorers.

Having made his debut in Dubai last season, Kunatani has earned a contract with French club Toulouse for next season.

The other nominees are South Africa’s Werner Kok and Seabelo Senatla.

The winner will be announced at the World Rugby Awards dinner on the 1st of November at Battersea Evolution, London following the Rugby World Cup 2015 final.

Last year Vodafone Fiji 7s speedster Samisoni Viriviri won the award.

Meanwhile, celebrations started around the country last night as the Vodafone Fiji 7s team won the World Rugby Sevens Series title.

Fireworks could be heard in many areas around the country after Fiji’s win against South Africa in the Cup quarter final of the England 7s.

A special celebration is expected later this week.

Meanwhile Prime Minister, Voreqe Bainimarama said Ben Ryan and the Fiji 7s team deserve this win.

Bainimarama said they have sacrificed a lot to get them to where they are and to win the World Rugby Series title. 

A full statement will be released later today.    

Stay with us as we will have more details later today.