Fijiana suffered its second consecutive loss at the HSBC Dubai 7s, falling to Australia with a score of 42-7. The Australian team demonstrated superior skills and strategy, effectively dominating the match.
Fiji’s sole points came from a try by Vika Nakacia in the first half, marking her second score of the tournament, with Ana Maria Naimasi successfully converting the attempt. In contrast, Australia showcased their prowess by scoring six tries. Notably, Madison Levi, the World Rugby Women’s Sevens Player of the Year, was a standout performer, contributing four tries to Team Australia’s total. Additional tries were scored by Demi Hayes and Teagan Levi in the second half, with each scoring team member participating in successful conversions.
The Fijiana team is set to face China in their final pool play match at 01:13 am, providing an opportunity for redemption and potential improvement in their performance.
This match serves as a learning experience for the Fijiana players. Facing a tough competitor like Australia can help them identify areas for growth and ultimately strengthen their teamwork and tactics in upcoming matches. With determination and hard work, there’s hope that they can bounce back in the next game.
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