5 changes made to starting XV

The Flying Fijians coaching staff has opted for five changes in their starting 15s to take on Manu Samoa in their 3rd Rugby World Cup pool game on Sunday.

Lock, Sekonaia Kalou replaces the injured Wame Lewaravu and will partner Leone Nakarawa.

Coach, Samu Domoni Jnr has named a new loose forward trio of Netani Talei, Mala Ravulo and Sisa Koyamaibole with Akapusi Qera dropping to the bench while Dominiko Waqaniburotu will not be considered because of his suspension and Sakiusa Masi will miss out in the final 22 member team.

Nicky Little is the only change in the back line where Wise Luveniyali will now start from the bench.

The other changes in the reserve bench will see Setefano Somoca, Rupeni Nasiga and Albert Vulivuli as impact players.

The Fiji team to play Samoa in the forwards:

Campese Ma’afu, Sunia Koto, Deacon Manu, Seko Kalou, Leone Nakarawa, Netani Talei, Mala Ravulo and Sisa Koyamaibole.

Backline: Nemia Kenatale, Nicky Little, Napolioni Nalaga, Seremaia Bai, Gaby Lovobalavu, Vereniki Goneva and Kini Murimurivalu.

The Fiji and Samoa match kicks off 2.30pm on Sunday and you can catch the live commentary on Viti FM with the voice of rugby, Malakai Veisamasama and expert comments from former Wallaby and former Fiji player and 2007 RWC coach, Ilivasi Tabua.


Story by: Dreu Vukailagi