Fiji Bati Captain Wes Naiqama is ready to lead by example in the sides opening Rugby League World Cup against France tonight.

Naiqama who has been handed the leadership role by the coaching staff says the players expect a lot from him in this game.

He believes with the inclusion of 7 top NRL players it will help the side to kick off their campaign on a winning note.

Also Brisbane Broncos forward Ashton Sims who will lead the charge from the front is confident of a good start in World Cup.

For technical adviser Shane Morris after watching the France and Scotland pool game he has already map out a winning game plan for tonight.

Fiji Bati will take on France tonight at 6.25pm.