Fiji’s women’s rugby team, known as Fijiana, faced their second consecutive loss in the HSBC Dubai 7s tournament. They were decisively defeated by Australia, with a score of 42-7. The Australian team demonstrated superior skill and coordination throughout the match, controlling the pace and flow of the game.
Fiji managed to score only one try, executed by Vika Nakacia, marking her second try of the tournament, with Ana Maria Naimasi successfully converting it. In contrast, the Australian team scored six tries, with Madison Levi showcasing an impressive performance by scoring four of those tries. Additionally, Demi Hayes and Teagan Levi each contributed a try in the second half, while Tea Hinds and Ruby Nichols, along with Teagan Levi, successfully converted two tries each.
Looking ahead, Fijiana is set to compete against the China 7s in their final pool play game, scheduled for 01:13 am. This match represents a key opportunity for Fijiana to regroup and aim for a stronger performance.
Despite today’s setback, Fijiana has demonstrated resilience throughout the tournament. With the chance to learn from their experiences and apply newfound strategies, there is hope that they can achieve a more favorable outcome in their upcoming match. The spirit of competition continues to thrive, and fans will be eager to see how the team bounces back.
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