Two new players have forced their way into the Digicel Fiji 7s team for the Scotland and England tournaments.
They are Naitasiri Number 8 Timoci Vakadranu and Wardens rugby player Niko Verekauta.
Also, making his return to the team is Army player Aisake Katonibau.
For Niko Verekauta who has made his name in athletics, it has been a long time coming to get the chance to represent the National team.
Meanwhile, Aisake Katonibau said the players need to control their emotions.
The full team in the forwards, Captain Setefano Cakau, Jimilai Naikadawa, Timoci Vakadranu, Waisea Nayacalevu and Lepani Botia.
The backline players are Niko Verekauta, Ilai Tinai, Joeli Lutumailagi, Joji Ragamate, Nikola Matawalu, Metuisela Talebula and Aisake Katonibau.
The Scotland tournament will be played on the 6th and 7th of next month.
Story by: Dhanjay Deo and Filipe Naikaso
Verekauta, Vakadranu makes National 7s team
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