The Fiji Warriors have unveiled a formidable 27-member squad set to take on the Australia Country team, showcasing a dynamic mix of experienced provincial players and promising emerging talents from various unions across the nation. This lineup is geared to highlight their skills and teamwork in the anticipated match.
Leading the charge are notable players such as Nedly Grant from Nadroga, who is adept in both loose head and hooker positions, and Mataiasi Tuisireli from Suva. A solid pack of forwards complements them, including Breyton Legge of Naitasiri, Josh Uluibau from Nadi, Joeli Nainoca of Suva, and Osea Dasalusaluu from Naitasiri. Notable mentions also include Sam Soqoqata of Lautoka, John Muller from Naitasiri, Inoke Ravuliwasa of Suva, and Michael Ferei of Naitasiri, forming a strong core ready for competition.
The squad features a selection of locks and loose forwards comprising Marika Natau from Ba, Ebenezer Navula of Nadi, Sakiusa Vosayaco from Nadroga, Sosi Waqa of Suva, and several others from Ba, such as Isaia Lotawa, Allen Osbourne, and Ratu Peni Dekedeke. These athletes aim to reinforce the team’s set-piece play and offer dynamic support throughout the match.
In the backline, pivotal playmakers include Napolioni Batimala of Naitasiri, Netava Saukuru from Nadi, Meli Buinimasi of Nadroga, and Ponipate Tuberi from Suva. The squad is further bolstered by talents like Anare Tabakaucoro of Tailevu, Sefanaia Tokaduaudua from Nadroga, and versatile players such as Paul Dolokoto of Suva, Apilemeki Nasalo from Lautoka, and Sivanilo Lumelume of Suva. Additional contributions come from Emosi Nuku of Naitasiri, Judah Draiva who excels at both fullback and wing, Savenaca Durusolo from Kadavu, William Ryland of Ba, and Amani Tunaka from Taveuni.
This diverse and capable roster underscores Fiji’s rising rugby stature, merging experience with youthful vigor to forge a competitive team poised to embrace upcoming challenges. The excitement surrounding their match against the Australia Country team embodies the longstanding tradition and promising future of Fijian rugby on the international landscape.