The Vodafone Fiji Schoolboys rugby team has announced its 30-member roster for two highly anticipated matches against the Australian Schoolboys this weekend.
In the front row, props Jone Buadromo, Marika Koroi, Rupeni Nuinui, Raymond Navunikaba, and Ratu Osea Dasalusalu are expected to play pivotal roles, supported by hookers Rafaele Dagaga and Waisake Vakacere.
The locks, including Sosiceni Waqa, Savenaca Nabati, Saimone Vaisova, John Jikoibau, and Savenaca Qabale, will enhance the strength of the scrum.
The loose forwards lineup features flankers Isoa Koroinawai, Ratu Epeli Roseruvakula, Samuela Tuidraki, and Sireli Nete, bringing dynamic play to the field.
The halfback positions will be filled by Meli Waqairadovu, Isikeli Bari, and Ame Sagata. Anare Tabakaucoro will steer the gameplay from the first five-eighth position, while Joji Lutumailagi and Maleli Nauvasi will serve as solid inside centres.
Emosi Nuku and Asaeli Gade will bring physical strength to the centre roles. Wingers Ilaitia Rakuro, Nathan Stephens, and Duacake Vulainabuwaha aim to make an impact on the flanks, with the fullback positions covered by Charles Salakikoro, Josaia Ralulu, and Elima Tolatu.