Fijiana XVs name a strong team for the opening match

Fiji Airways Fijiana VXs will be looking forward to making a powerful start in the Womens Rugby World Cup qualifiers at Churchill Park in Lautoka today.

Fijiana XV coach Alifereti Doviverata has named an experienced 23-member squad for their first match against New Zealand Development today.

“We have prepared well for the qualifiers and all we hoping for is to make a perfect start” said Doviverata.

“I have picked the best available players who have played at this competitive level.

“I hope they will execute the game plan well and do the basics right against a tough opponent” he added.

The front row will be guided by loosehead prop Lailanie Burness while number eight Sereima Leweniqila will captain the side.

Players such as half-back Rusila Tamoi, winger Elenoa Adinaimata and centre Pricilla Siata will guide the backline in the game.

The Fiji Airways Fijiana XVs plays New Zealand Development – 4pm at Churchill Park in Lautoka.

Fiji Airways Fijiana squad vs NZ Development

1. Lailanie Burness
2. Vika Matarugu
3. Aseri Galo
4. Laisa Taga
5. Torika Semo
6. Bulou Joma Rubuti
7. Mere Moto
8. Sereima Leweniqila {c}
9. Rusila Tamoi
10. Ivamere Rokowati
11. Elenoa Adinaimata
12. Mela Matanatabu
13. Pricilla Siata
14. Seini Raoma
15. Salote Vakaturi

Reserves

16. Ada Dansey
17. Ruci Vueti
18. Adi Sainimere Nalewenikataga
19. Vasiti Rakaivu
20. Makereta Tunidau
21. Mereani Moceituba
22. Raijeli Uluinayau
23. Lavenia Tinai

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