The Digicel Fiji Sevens team has advanced into the last 16 after they won their first round elimination match at the Fiji Bitter Marist Sevens tournament.

The Vereniki Goneva captained side is top bet to win the Cup today, after they defeated Taranaka by 31 points to 7.

Fiji Warriors will now face Nakakasara in the last 16, who beat Sandhill 17-12.

In other elimination games completed so far at the TFL National Stadium, Nabua went down to Meridian 10-12, Marist Red defeated Ravita Young Boys 17-12 and Veiyasana beat Uprising 7-0.

Top teams like Red Rock, Lomaiviti, Waimanu and Wardens' Gold are yet to play in the elimination rounds.

Meanwhile, Digicel Fiji 7s Coach, Iliesa Tanivula said so many players looked good yesterday on the opening day but their performance today will be monitored as to which 25 will make the training squad for the World Cup.

He said overseas experience will be vital to defend the Melrose Cup.