National 7s squad member and captain Aisake Katonibau helped Tailevu beat Nadi at Prince Charles park by 25-13 after scoring two tries in the first round of the Digicel cup.

The inspirational skipper led from the front as they defeated the jet setters on their home ground.

In other games Ovalau piped Macuata 29-25,Suva defeated Tavua 20-7, champions Nadroga thrashed Naitasiri 47-10 at Lawaqa Park, Lautoka demolished Rewa 36-3 and Northland escaped Vatukoula 16-3.

Story by: Akuila Cama