The 24 member squad to defend the Melrose Cup at the World Cup for Dubai next month has been named this evening after the Marist Sevens final.

They are in the forwards, Semisi Naevo, Suliasi Ramasima, Apisai Naebo, Apolosi Satala, Napolioni Nalaga, Pio Tuwai, Sireli Bobo, William Rasileka, Seremaia Burotu and Waqabaca Kotobalavu.

In the Backs, Waisale Suka, Watisoni Votu, Jone Daunivucu, Vereniki Goneva, Filimoni Delasau, Neumi Nanuku, Osea Kolinisau, Niumaia Cakacaka, Peni Rokodiva Jnr, Nasoni Roko, Emosi Vucago,
Filimoni Bolavucu, Orisi Sariki and William Ryder.

Not included in the list are former Coach Waisele Serevi, Rupeni Caucau, Viliame Satala, Lepani Nabuliwaqa and Marika Vunibaka.

The team was announced by Fiji Rugby Union Board Member, Mosese Nailumu.

The two day Marist 7s was a selection ground for Fiji's top 7s players to vie for a spot in the squad.

These 24 men named will go for fitness tests on Monday with the final 12-man team to Dubai to be announced on Tuesday.