The Fiji Men’s 7s team is set to kick off its campaign in the prestigious Hong Kong 7s tournament, facing the United States of America in their opening match. This encounter is scheduled for 4:48 PM Fiji time on Friday. The team, led by coach Osea Kolinisau, is looking to make a statement after a recent fourth-place finish in the Vancouver 7s, where they dropped to third in the overall standings of the HSBC SVNS Series.
Following the matchup against the USA, the Fijian side will take on Ireland at 7:58 PM on the same day, and Argentina at 4:11 PM on Saturday. The tournament promises to be a challenging affair, with other competitive teams such as Argentina and Ireland also in their pool.
On the women’s side, the Fijiana 7s team has a busy schedule as well, set to compete against Ireland at 4:25 PM on Friday, followed by games against France at 7:35 PM and Great Britain at 3:25 PM on Saturday. Fresh from a historic first-ever final appearance in Vancouver, the Fijiana team, which currently stands eighth in the overall rankings, is keen to capitalize on its momentum.
The Hong Kong 7s, taking place from February 28th to March 30th, is poised to be a thrilling showcase of rugby talent, uniting fans in excitement and anticipation for what could be a remarkable display by both Fiji teams. The spirit of resilience, combined with their striving for excellence, serves as a beacon of hope for their supporters. Both teams will aim to transcend their past performances and broaden their horizons on this grand international stage.
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