Setareki Tamanivalu will be thinking of his friends and family in Fiji when he runs onto the field in this weekend's Super Rugby opener.
Tamanivalu is likely to start at centre for the Chiefs when they take on the Crusaders in Christchurch.
This is his second season with the Chiefs.
Tamanivalu who now lives in Hamilton says he felt relieved after finally hearing from his family on Monday afternoon after training.
He was able to talk to his sister who works in Lautoka.
However, he still hasn't been able to reach his mum who lives on Yasawa Island.
The 24-year-old says he will dedicate his efforts in this weekend's opening Super Rugby match to the people of Fiji.
The Crusaders will take on the Chiefs at 6.35pm this Saturday.
Source: stuff.co.nz
