Lanky Pio Tuwai and Jerry Burotu have established themselves to play a leading role in the Digicel Fiji Sevens forward pack ahead of the Australia Sevens this weekend.
The duo were the top try scorers in the Hong Kong Sevens with Tuwai finishing on 1st spot with 6 tries and Burotu in second spot with 5 tries.
Coach Iliesa Tanivula has established the two players as his cornerstones upfront with the assistance from young Waqabaca Kotobalavu, Apisai Naiyabo and James Brown.
Meanwhile, speaking to Fijivillage from Adelaide, Scotland team coach Stephen Gemmell said his side is prepared for this weekend despite not having a good outing in Hong Kong last weekend.
France team coach Thierry Janeczek said his team can also pose a threat to the big teams.
Fiji's opening pool game is against Scotland on Friday at 8.28pm on Saturday at 3.35pm they will face France and the deciding pool game at 6.56pm against Argentina.
Tuwai, Burotu play leading roles
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