The FIJI Water Flying Fijians have made six changes and one positional switch to the 23-member squad that will take on Japan in the final of the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup this Saturday.
Elia Canakaivata starts at number eight in place of Isoa Tuwai, while Caleb Muntz has been given the green light to start at fly-half.
Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula shifts to fullback, with Tuidraki Samusamuvodre starting at inside centre. He will partner former France-based midfielder Virimi Vakatawa.
Kavaia Tagiveitau, Vilikesa Nairau, Samuela Tawake and Tuwai will provide cover for the forwards, while Sam Wye, Isikeli Rabitu and Isaac Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens will provide cover for the backs.
Interim Head Coach Senirusi Seruvakula has named two potential debutants, including Nairau and Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens, with Tevita Ikanivere again set to lead the team at hooker.
This will be the third consecutive time Fiji has played Japan in the PNC final.
The Flying Fijians will face Japan at Prince Chichibu Memorial Stadium in Tokyo at 10.05pm this Saturday.
