The clash between the Vodafone Fiji Bati and Tonga will be the first time the two teams will meet since the Pacific Cup back in 2009 when the Bati won 26‑16.
A traditional struggle for Tonga and fellow Pacific nations has been the halves; however, Tonga poses some threats on their halves.
They will have Penrith Panthers hooker Sione Katoa, who made his Tongan debut last year.
Katoa will be supported by a strong backline featuring Tongan‑born centres Solomone Kata and Konileti Hurrell, two players that have been mainstays in the Tonga team in recent years.
Roosters winger Daniel Tupou will relish the opportunity to represent his country for the first time since the 2013 World Cup. Tupou has returned to form in 2017, once again proving a menace on the wing.
Tonga will take on the Vodafone Fiji Bati at 7.30pm Saturday.
Source: roar.au
