The Vodafone Fiji Schoolboys rugby team has announced its 30-member squad 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 make a notable impact, supported by hookers Rafaele Dagaga and Waisake Vakacere.
Strengthening the scrum will be locks Sosiceni Waqa, Savenaca Nabati, Saimone Vaisova, John Jikoibau, and Savenaca Qabale.
The loose forwards include flankers Isoa Koroinawai, Ratu Epeli Roseruvakula, Samuela Tuidraki, and Sireli Nete.
For the halfback positions, Meli Waqairadovu, Isikeli Bari, and Ame Sagata will take charge.
Anare Tabakaucoro will lead the team from the first five-eighth position, supported by inside centres Joji Lutumailagi and Maleli Nauvasi.
Emosi Nuku and Asaeli Gade will bring physicality to the centre roles.
On the wings, Ilaitia Rakuro, Nathan Stephens, and Duacake Vulainabuwaha are ready to shine, while the fullback positions will be filled by Charles Salakikoro, Josaia Ralulu, and Elima Tolatu.