One of three surviving members of the Digicel Fiji 7s team that won the Hong Kong 7s in 2009 Osea Kolinisau believes the side which has been named, has what it takes to win next weekend.
Kolinisau together with Jerry Burotu and Waqabaca Kotobalavu played in the Iliesa Tanivula coached side which ended Fiji's 10 year's losing streak in 2009.
Speaking to Fijivillage from Sigatoka, Kolinisau said the likes of co captain Dale Tonawai, Watisoni Votu, Setefano Cakau and Emosi Vucago are seasonal campaigners who can deliver the results in Hong Kong.
He added that also the presence of two coaches in the team boost their chances of bringing joy to rugby fans in the Happy Valley.
Meanwhile, FRU Interim Chairman, Rafaele Kasibulu has confirmed that they have lodged the visas of all the current 7s members with the Australian High Commission for the Adelaide tournament.
Kasibulu added that players like Tonawai, Kotobalavu and Nikola Matawalu will have to wait for the outcome to know whether they can play in the Australia 7s.
The Hong Kong 7s kicks off next Friday and Fiji is pool D with Kenya, Russia and Malayasia.
Story by: Dreu Vukailagi & Paradise Tabucala
We have what it takes to win Hong Kong-Kolinisau
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