The Fijiana XVs team is settling into Edinburgh ahead of their Test match against Scotland, scheduled for Sunday morning (Fiji time) at the Hive Stadium. Fijiana lock Asinate Serevi shared that the team is adjusting well and is focused on the challenge ahead.
“Scotland is definitely cold, but it’s been a fun experience,” Serevi noted. “The long flight was tiring due to the time difference and weather, but it’s nice.”
The squad features five debutants, three of whom are based overseas and two from local clubs. The newcomers include Penina Turova, Mary Kanace, Iva Sauira, Una Lalabalavu, and Loraini Senivutu.
Head coach Mosese Rauluni highlighted the benefit of having the three international players training with the team in Fiji. “They have been in camp for a few months and are integrating well with the local players,” he mentioned in a previous interview.
Several local players who debuted in last month’s Vodafone Fijiana tests against Japan have kept their places in the squad. These players include Salanieta Nabuli, Tiana Robanakadavu, Unaisi Lalabalavu, Salanieta Kinita, Merewairita Neivosa, and Atelaite Buna.
Looking forward, the Fijiana XV will make history as they head to the Netherlands for their inaugural match against the Orange Ladies. This much-anticipated game is set for Thursday, September 19, at the NRCA Stadium in Amsterdam. The WXV 3 tournament will feature the Fijiana XV alongside squads from Colombia, Ireland, Kazakhstan, Spain, and Kenya, with Fiji’s first match against Colombia on October 13.