Digicel Fiji 7's coach, Iliesa Tanivula has revealed after naming his 12 member quad for New Zealand and USA 7's tournament today that Ilai Tinai and Peni Gaunimeke will share the play makers position.
Tanivula said that current play maker Mitieli Nacagilevu will move out to the wing on this trip.
According to Tanivula, Nacagilevu is a utility player which will allow Tinai and Gaunimeke to be used in the play makers berth.
Meanwhile, at 10am tomorrow, the Fiji 7's team will play Wardens and Red Rock at the Buckhurst park in their last build up match.
Looking at the team again going to Wellington and Las Vegas - Jerry Burotu, Apisai Nayabo, Watisoni Votu, Nemani Nagusa, Semesa Gonevou, Kelemedi Bola, Mitieli Nacagilevu, Emosi Vuucago, Ilai Tinai, Peni Gaunimeke, Joeli Lutumailagi and Apisai Navoro.
Vucago will captain the side and will be assisted by Burotu.
Fiji is pooled with South Africa, France and Canada in the NZ 7s which kicks at 1pm next Friday.
Story by: Dreu Vukailagi
Tinai, Gaunimeke to share play makers position
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