The Fiji Pearls will have to prepare to their very best if they are to stand any chance to match the flair and physicality of the Silver Ferns.

These are the words of captain, Mere Neiliko Rabuka as the Fiji Netball team continues to increase the intensity of their preparation for the Oceania Tri Series later this month.

Rabuka said taking on the Silver Ferns in their first match will be an uphill battle.

The 32-year-old former Jasper Williams High School student has urged fans to look at the realistic nature of the match and not have high expectations for the team.

The Oceania Tri Series starts on the 19th of this month with Fiji to play the Silver Ferns in the opening match at the Vodafone Arena.