Seven hours remain before the Digicel Fiji 7s team take on a confident Scotland side that is raring to meet the new look Josateki Savou coached team.
Speaking to Fijivillage, team manager Opetaia Ravai, said all they are asking is for support and prayers from fans back home.
The run-on team that will be announced to meet Scotland could be captain Marika Vunibaka, Setefano Cakau and Sailosi Rabonaqica in the forwards, Emosi Vucago may get the nod to start at halfback with Iliavi Satala at playmaker. Ratu Naisa Narukutabua is likely to play at rover and Timoci Matanavou will be on the wing.
Meanwhile Gordon Tietjens rates the South Africa team as the team to beat in this tournament.
In the Cup quarterfinals, New Zealand and England meet at 11:28pm, Samoa meets Portugal at 11:50pm, Fiji take on Scotland at 12:12am and the last quarterfinal will see South Africa take on Argentina at 12:34am.
The semifinals kick off at 3:44am and the finals will be held at 5:52am.
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