Parramatta Eels Junior and Overseas Fijians Second Rower, Josese Junior Rika knows the local boys will be tough tonight in the Battle of the Bati clash.

Rika is known for his Afro and can be easily identified on the field with his block busting runs and hard hits.

The 22 year old from Matuku Lau aims to give the local boys a run for their money. 


Rika plays for Wentworth Ville Club in Australia and was also part of the Fiji Bati team that beat Italy 22-18 in a one-off test match last year.

Meanwhile, Vodafone Fiji confirmed that the free entries to the ground and embarkment while the grandstand ticket is $10.

The Battle of the Bati kicks off at 7 tonight.

Story by: Rusiate Baleilevuka