The Vodafone Fijiana XVs experienced a challenging start to their season, suffering a significant 59-15 loss to Scotland in their opening test match at the Hive Stadium in Edinburgh. Scotland showcased their strength by scoring nine tries, while Fiji managed to find the end zone three times but failed to convert any of their attempts.
By halftime, Scotland had established a solid 28-10 lead, thanks to four converted tries, with Fiji securing two unconverted tries. In the second half, Fiji could only add one more unconverted try, while Scotland dominated the scoring, adding another 31 points to their total, ultimately sealing a decisive victory.
Looking ahead, the Fijiana will prepare for their next test match against the Netherlands, scheduled for 5:30 AM on Friday. Following this match, the team will also compete in the WXV3 tournament.