Flying Fijians coach Ilivasi Tabua is sticking to the same line-up that beat the Manu Samoans last Saturday for the Pacific Nations Cup showdown against the New Zealand Maori.
Speaking to Fijivillage, Captain Mosese Rauluni said the team knows what the rugby fans want on Saturday but they are also aware of what the Maori are capable of.
For his assistant Kele Leawere the players have been reminded of the task at hand and they believe they are ready to upset the visitors.
The Fiji team in the forwards are, Graham Dewes, Sunia Koto, John Railomo, Ifereimi Rawaqa, Kele Leawere, Semisi Naevo, Aca Ratuva and Netani Talei.
Back-line will see Captain Mosese Rauluni, Wise Luveniyali, Filimoni Delasau, Kameli Ratuvou, Sireli Naqelevuki, Timoci Nagusa and Dan Rawaqa. Meanwhile, the New Zealand Maori team has also named a strong side with the likes of former All Blacks Jason Eaton, Ross Filipo, Daniel Braid and Piri Weepu in the starting line-up. Fiji will take on the New Zealand Maori on Saturday at 3pm and live commentary on Viti FM.
Tabua Sticks To Same Line-up
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