The Vancouver 7s tournament has turned out to be a memorable event for the Fiji Airways men’s 7s team, as several players reached significant career milestones.
Sevuloni Mocenacagi marked a historic achievement by becoming the most capped player in the history of Fiji men’s 7s rugby with his 65th cap, surpassing double Olympic gold and silver medallist Jerry Tuwai. This milestone reflects Mocenacagi’s enduring presence and contribution to the team over the years.
Speedster Viwa Naduvalo added another highlight by scoring his 100th career try during Fiji’s opening pool match against a strong French side. This achievement is particularly remarkable as it came in only his 29th tournament, bringing his total career tries to 104 after scoring five tries during the pool stages, including two each against France and Australia and one against Argentina.
Additionally, Douglas Daveta made his mark in the tournament by scoring two tries in Fiji’s 35-14 victory over Australia, cementing his name among the series’ try-scorers. Akuila Dranivotua also made a noteworthy impact in his series debut, showcasing his skills with a crucial last-second tackle that prevented an Australian try.
After successfully topping Pool B, Fiji moved forward to face Spain in the cup semi-finals, showcasing the team’s resilience and talent.
Meanwhile, the Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s team also celebrated success by narrowly defeating the host team Canada 14-12 in their last pool match. The Fijiana team is set to compete against Great Britain in the 5th place semi-final, continuing to impress on the world stage.
This tournament has been a platform for Fiji’s rugby talents to shine, highlighting the team’s strength, skill, and perseverance as they aim for further victories in future matches.
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