The Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s team is gearing up for an important round in the HSBC World Sevens Series, with head coach Osea Kolinisau emphasizing the importance of every match in their tightly contested pool. As Fiji finds itself in a competitive position alongside New Zealand and South Africa at the top of the series standings, Kolinisau insists that the squad must prioritize discipline and thorough preparation over any preconceived notions of their opponents.
Kolinisau recognizes the challenge posed by South Africa, one of their main competitors, but cautions against making premature assumptions about any of their pool mates, which also include Great Britain and Spain. He notes, “You worry about New Zealand and South Africa, but we’ve got GB and Spain as well, and in this format, you can’t underestimate anyone.”
The coaching staff has conducted a comprehensive analysis of all their opponents, and Kolinisau is clear that Fiji must adopt a one-game-at-a-time mindset, avoiding any complacency. He reiterated, “We’ve sat down and analysed South Africa, Spain, and GB, and there are no assumptions. We don’t want to think it’s going to be easy or that we’ll just make the semi-finals.”
As the series title remains wide open, mental focus is crucial, according to Kolinisau. The team’s campaign kicks off at 4:32 PM today against Great Britain, followed by a match against Spain at 7:58 PM, and concluding pool play against South Africa at 11:46 PM. Fans can catch all the action live on FBC TV, making it an exciting day for rugby enthusiasts as Fiji aims to progress further in the series.