The Flying Fijians triumphed over Tonga with a score of 50-19 in their Pacific Nations Cup match held in Tonga this afternoon. Fiji started strong, scoring three early tries by Iosefo Masi, Tevita Ikanivere, and Elia Canakaivata within the first ten minutes, establishing a commanding lead.
The match took a turn when Fiji’s Adrea Cocagi received a red card, giving Tonga a chance to fight back. The Tongan team took advantage of the extra player and scored three consecutive tries. However, Fiji responded effectively, managing to increase their lead just before halftime, going into the break with a score of 26-19.
In the second half, Fiji’s defense tightened, preventing Tonga from scoring further. The Fijians continued to dominate offensively, adding three more tries, ultimately securing a convincing victory over the Tongan side.