The Flying Fijian 15's rugby team Northern Hemisphere tour in November will be used by the Fiji Rugby Union as their first step in getting the shadow side for next year's World Cup.

FRU board chairman, Bill Gavoka has confirmed that overseas and local based players who are eyeing for a spot in the Fiji team to New Zealand next year will have to show their commitment during the November tour and the Pacific Nations Cup next year.

Gavoka said the coaching staff will need time to mould a team that will do us proud in the World Cup.