The Barbarians hammered the Vodafone Flying Fijians 40-7 in the Northern Tour match at Kingspan stadium, in Belfast this morning.
The Barbarians led 28-0 at half time.
The Barbarians were quick of the mark scoring a try through Akker van der Merwe in the third minute through a driving maul.
Two minutes later, Fiji again found themselves defending from their own 22 when Barbarians forward, Luke Whitelock charged down Ben Volavola’s clearance and Matt Faddes scored in the corner.
A good break from Taqele Naiyaravoro in the 17th minute saw Akker van der Merwe scoring the third try for the Barbarians.
Despite wet conditions, Barbarians continued to pile pressure and half back, Andy Ellis dived over to score the Barbarians fourth try in the 26th minute of play after sloppy defense by Fiji.
Fiji registered its first points in the 55th minute of the game, with a try from Waisea Nayacalevu which was converted by Nemani Nadolo.
Fiji’s try came through a good run from captain Akapusi Qera inside the Barbarians 22.
Fiji put up a good defense in the second half but fell short at times.
Crusader’s first five-eighth Richie Mo’unga crossed over the tryline in the 75th minute for the Barbarians to score their first try in the second half.
The Fijian defense again could not sustain pressure and Luke Morahan scored the last try for the Barbarians in the 79th minute.
Speaking to Fijivillage from Belfast, Vodafone Flying Fijians Coach John McKee says he was not happy with their performance and a lot of hard work is needed before the match against England.
Fiji will now play England in their next Northern tour match at Twickenham next weekend.
