Streets of Lautoka City came to a standstill this morning as the prestigious William Web Ellis trophy was taken around the City.
The World Cup was also taken to Churchill Park where a number of people gathered to see the trophy.
The arrival of the trophy received a 21 cannon salute.
The trophy was also taken to Namoli village.
Our reporter, Aliki Bia spoke to some villagers who were waiting to see the Cup.
We also caught up with former Fiji 15's centre, Viliame Satala who said they are privileged to host the prestigious trophy.
The Cup is now at Natabua High School and will depart Lautoka in the next hour.
At 2pm the Webb Ellis trophy will be arriving at Namaka Public School.
The trophy will be in Nadi town at 3.30pm today before visiting the villages tomorrow.
There will be a march through Nadi town tomorrow and everyone will be able to catch a glimpse of the 15s World Cup trophy.
The World Cup will visit villages in Nadi like Vatutu, Sikituru, Yavusania, Navoci, Nawaka and Narewa tomorrow.
We will be with the World Cup in Lautoka and Nadi, so do look out for our vehicle.
Story by: Dhanjay Deo
William Web Ellis trophy taken around Lautoka City
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