The Fiji men’s rugby sevens team has triumphantly ended a 22-tournament winless streak in Dubai, and they are now eagerly focused on clinching more titles in the HSBC SVNS Series. Head coach Osea Kolinisau emphasized the importance of consistency and the team’s commitment to vie for every title available.
This weekend, the team is set to face formidable opponents in Pool A, including Great Britain and Uruguay. Led by captain Jeremaia Matana, the Fijian squad aims for a strong finish in order to secure the top spot in the series points table as the year comes to a close.
Currently, Fiji leads the table with 20 points, followed closely by Spain with 18, Argentina with 16, and New Zealand with 14 points. Great Britain ranks eighth with six points, while Uruguay trails with four. In a previous interview, Kolinisau warned that there are no easy matches, urging his players to maintain vigilance in their upcoming games.
On the women’s side, the Fijiana rugby sevens team is seeking its first win in the series after facing challenges in Dubai. Coached by Timoci Volavola, they are in Pool D alongside Great Britain and the United States.
In another development, South Africa’s Donavan Don has expressed that the newly introduced format at the Cape Town SVNS tournament will intensify competition, especially after the team’s disappointing sixth-place finish in Dubai. He remains optimistic about improving their performance this weekend, highlighting the camaraderie built during their tour.
This renewed focus and determination displayed by both the Fiji men’s and women’s teams, as well as their counterparts from South Africa, paints a promising picture for the upcoming tournaments as the teams strive to enhance their results and build momentum.
Overall, the spirit of competition remains high, and fans can look forward to an exhilarating series ahead.
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