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Flying Fijians gear up for Barbarians next weekend

Flying Fijians gear up for Barbarians next weekend
Members of the Flying Fijians team training in Toulouse. Photo: FRU

The Vodafone Flying Fijians are gearing up for yet another impressive outing when they take on the Barbarians next weekend.

After their outstanding performance at the 2015 Rugby World Cup, coach John McKee is confident the forwards will maintain their fine form.

Fiji had the most consistent forward pack in the Rugby World Cup with their performance against England, Australia, Wales and Uruguay.

McKee is also looking forward to the much developed front row which includes Campese Ma'afu, Peni Ravai, Joeli Veitayaki, Tuapati Talemaitoga, Jale Sassen, Sunia Koto, Manasa Saulo, Leeroy Atalifo and Mesake Doge.

Members of the Flying Fijians team in Toulouse. Photo: FRU

He adds that the local Eremasi Radrodro and Mosese Voka will be looking forward to working with Leone Nakarawa, Api Ratuniyarawa, Nemia Soqeta, Dominiko Waqaniburotu, Naulia Dawai, and captain Akapusi Qera.

The Vodafone Flying Fijians will face the Barbarians in their first Europe Tour test at 8.30am next Saturday.

Meanwhile, Fiji‑born players Setareki Tamanivalu and Taqele Naiyaravoro will play for the Barbarians.

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