The Fiji men’s 7s rugby team is gearing up for a formidable challenge as they prepare to take part in the Cape Town 7s tournament, which begins tonight. Head coach Osea Kolinisau highlighted the crucial need for consistency and discipline as the team approaches this significant competition.
Following a semifinal exit in Dubai last week, Kolinisau emphasized that the players are not underestimating the South African leg of the series. Fiji finds themselves in a tough pool alongside rugby powerhouses South Africa and New Zealand, as well as a rapidly improving Great Britain squad.
Kolinisau pointed out that while the attention typically centers on traditional frontrunners, Great Britain has shown that they should not be overlooked. The team delivered an impressive performance last weekend, even with several new players in the lineup.
In preparation for this week’s matches, the Flying Fijians focused on addressing critical areas for improvement identified during the Dubai tournament. The key goals have been enhancing discipline, refining one-on-one tackling techniques, and improving on-field communication.
Fiji will kick off their campaign against South Africa tonight at 10:44 PM, followed by a match against Great Britain at 1:38 AM tomorrow morning. They will conclude their pool games when they face New Zealand at 5:19 AM.
Fans can catch all the action live on FBC Sports. This competition presents a great opportunity for the Fijian team to showcase their resilience and skill on the global stage, and with their dedication to improvement, they are poised to make a strong impact in Cape Town.
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