Unbeaten Fiji have continued their build-up to the Rugby World Cup by naming their group to tackle match hosts France this Saturday in Nantes.
The Fijians have arrived in Europe on the again of a three-match profitable run in latest weeks over Japan, Samoa and Tonga and their newest XV features a first look this yr for winger Vinaya Habosi.
He was injured in a Prime 14 match final season for Racing, and hasn’t performed Check rugby since final November’s Autumn Nations Sequence loss away to Eire.
Head coach Simon Raiwalui said: “Habosi has been knocking at the door and finally he has got a chance to showcase his talent. It’s great news that he was cleared of an injury, and we are looking forward to seeing him and what he has to offer against France.
“This match is one of the best opportunities to test ourselves in various areas. The whole team has been working hard for the past few days since arriving at Pornic and we are ready.
“It’s a huge game for us as France have been playing really good rugby and with World Cup here, there is a lot of interest in rugby and in the French team who are always a tough opponent to beat.”
Fiji (vs France, Saturday):
15. Sireli Maqala
14. Josua Tuisova
13. Iosefo Masi
12. Semi Radradra (captain)
11. Vinaya Habosi
10. Caleb Muntz
9. Frank Lomani
1. Eroni Mawi
2. Tevita Ikanivere
3. Mesake Doge
4. Isoa Nasilasila
5. Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta
6. Meli Derenalagi
7. Levani Botia
8. Viliame Mata
Replacements:
16. Sam Matavesi
17. Peni Ravai
18. Luke Tagi
19. Temo Mayanavanua
20. Albert Tuisue
21. Simione Kuruvoli
22. Jiuta Wainiqolo
23. Ilaisa Droasese