The November Test matches represent a crucial stage in the Fiji Water Flying Fijians’ preparation for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. This was emphasized by head coach Mick Byrne during an interview prior to the team’s departure from the country yesterday.
Byrne highlighted that the current squad features several seasoned players nearing the end of their careers. “Some of them have played in three World Cups and their legacy should be upheld in this regard,” he stated. He noted that this is the right moment to integrate new, quality players as part of the team’s strategy for the upcoming World Cup.
“We concluded the Pacific Nations Cup on a positive note, and it’s essential to end the year strongly as well,” Byrne remarked. He explained that this international program consists of four Test matches, with three of those against Six Nations teams: Scotland, Wales, and Ireland.
The coach also mentioned that players based in Europe performed well last weekend, while those in the local Fijian Drua squad have been actively engaged in their off-season training.
The Flying Fijians will kick off their tour with a Test match against Scotland at Murrayfield on November 3. They will then face Wales in Cardiff on November 10, followed by a match against Spain on November 17, and conclude with a final Test against Ireland in Dublin on November 24.
Additionally, Scotland Rugby has announced that tickets for the Scotland-Fiji Test match are completely sold out.
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