Melbourne Storm youngster Suliasi Vunivalu will not be part of the Vodafone Fiji Bati team touring to Samoa next month.
Bati coach Mick Potter has announced his 18 member squad that includes two local players.
Speaking to Fijivillage, Vunivalu says he wants to rest as it has been a long and tiring season for him.
The 18 member squad includes Kevin Naiqama, Henry Raiwalui, Morris Kennedy, Kane Evans, Apisai Koroisau, Eloni Vunakece, Korbin Sims, James Strorer, Petero Nakubuwai, Pio Seci and Simon Lomaloma.
The Vodafone Fiji Bati will take on Toa Samoa on the 8th of next month.
Meanwhile Vunivalu will be playing alongside Marika Koroibete in the NRL Grand Final against the Sharks at 8.15pm Sunday.
