The Fiji Airways Men’s 7s rugby team had a tough outing at the HSBC LA Sevens 2025, marking a historic low as they finished without a win. This marks the first time in the team’s history that they have gone winless at a World Series event, a disappointing feat for a squad known for its competitive spirit and skill.
Fiji’s campaign started on a challenging note with a narrow 17-12 loss to New Zealand, a game in which Fiji initially took a strong lead with tries from Joji Nasova and Filipe Sauturaga, ending the first half at 12-0. However, New Zealand rallied back in the second half to claim victory.
In their second match against Australia, the team faced another close defeat, falling 15-14 after a back-and-forth battle characterized by standout plays from both sides. Terio Tamani’s efforts, which included two tries during a spirited performance, provided brief flashes of hope for Fiji.
Fiji’s final pool game saw them up against Spain, where they were defeated 24-12, concluding the pool stage without any wins. Subsequently, they played Great Britain in the seventh-place playoff, losing 31-19, further solidifying their disappointing streak.
Despite this challenging outing, previous articles highlight the resilience of the Fijian squad. The emerging talent, such as Tamani and others, demonstrated their potential to excite fans and raise hopes for future improvements. As noted in earlier tournaments, the Fiji 7s team has shown the ability to regroup and bounce back after setbacks, a quality fans are hopeful will resurface in upcoming competitions.
Moving forward, the team must focus on refining their strategies and building team cohesion to hope for a turnaround in their performance as they continue competing on the international rugby stage. With unwavering support from fans and dedication to improvement, there remains an optimistic outlook for the future of Fijian rugby.
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