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Vocevoce set to make Flying Fijians debut as Byrne names strong squad for Tonga clash

Vocevoce set to make Flying Fijians debut as Byrne names strong squad for Tonga clash

By Mosese Raqio
05/09/2024

Swire Shipping Fijian Drua lock forward Mesake Vocevoce will be making his debut for the Fiji Water Flying Fijians tomorrow after being named to start at number 4 against Tonga.

Vocevoce will pair up with Temo Mayanavanua who will start at number 5.

Eroni Mawi, Tevita Ikanivere and Samuela Tawake will start in the front row, Ratu Meli Derenalagi and Elia Canakaivata will pair up on the flanks and Albert Tuisue will start at number 8.

Frank Lomani retains his place at half-back with Caleb Muntz coming in at flyhalf.

Epeli Momo and Vuate Karawalevu will be on the wings, Adrea Cocagi will partner Iosefo Masi in the centres and Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula will start at fullback.

In the reserves, Mesulame Dolokoto, Haereiti Hete, Peni Ravai, Ratu Leone Rotuisolia and Kitione Salawa will cover the forwards while Peni Matawalu, Inia Tabuavou and Ilaisa Droasese will cover the backs.

The Flying Fijians will take on Tonga at 3pm tomorrow at Teufaiva Stadium.

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