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Baber makes 7 changes with Lomani returning to the starting line up for the clash against Wales

Baber makes 7 changes with Lomani returning to the starting line up for the clash against Wales

By Shanil Singh
12/11/2021
[Image: Fiji Rugby]

Vodafone Flying Fijians Interim Coach Gareth Baber has made seven changes to his run-on team which will take on Wales on Monday with Api Ratuniyarawa replacing Leone Nakarawa at lock. Prop Peni Ravai makes his return to join Sam Matavesi and Mesake Doge in the front row.

Albert Tuisue will move to the flanker’s position while Viliame Mata returns at number eight. In the backs, Frank Lomani returns at half-back relegating Nikola Matawalu to the bench.

Josua Tuisova and Eroni Sau have been retained on the wing after a strong performance against Spain last week.

Waisea Nayacalevu will once against captain the side. Zuriel Togiatama and Apisai Naqalevu are expected to make their debut for the Vodafone Flying Fijians off the bench. Fiji will play Wales at 3.15am Monday.

In other international test matches, Scotland will face the Springboks at 1am Sunday, the All Blacks will meet Ireland at 3.15am Sunday and the Wallabies meet England at 5.30am Sunday.


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