Digicel Fiji 7s coach Iliesa Tanivula will rely on most of his players that helped win the World Games 7s title in Taiwan to form the core of his side to defend the Mini Games title in the Cook Islands.

With overseas based Sean Morell and Dan Rawaqa ruled out, the chance will be given to players like Joeli Lutumailagi, Lino Saunitoga, Jolame Bera and Waqabaca Kotobalavu to be in the team.

Tanivula said that having experienced players like Pio Tuwai, Jerry Burotu, Emosi Vucago, Jiuta Lutumailagi, Orisi Sareki, Osea Kolinisau and Pio Rokodiva Jnr is an added bonus.