The Vodafone Fiji Schoolboys rugby team has announced its 30-member squad for two highly anticipated matches against the Australian Schoolboys this weekend.
In the front row, the team features props Jone Buadromo, Marika Koroi, Rupeni Nuinui, Raymond Navunikaba, and Ratu Osea Dasalusalu, alongside hookers Rafaele Dagaga and Waisake Vakacere, all expected to make a strong impact.
The locks include Sosiceni Waqa, Savenaca Nabati, Saimone Vaisova, John Jikoibau, and Savenaca Qabale, who will fortify the scrum.
The loose forwards will consist of flankers Isoa Koroinawai, Ratu Epeli Roseruvakula, Samuela Tuidraki, and Sireli Nete, showcasing a dynamic performance.
Meli Waqairadovu, Isikeli Bari, and Ame Sagata will take charge of the halfback positions. Anare Tabakaucoro will lead the team from the first five-eighth role, supported by Joji Lutumailagi and Maleli Nauvasi as robust inside centres.
In the centre, Emosi Nuku and Asaeli Gade will bring physicality to the game.
On the wings, Ilaitia Rakuro, Nathan Stephens, and Duacake Vulainabuwaha are ready to shine, while Charles Salakikoro, Josaia Ralulu, and Elima Tolatu have been selected for the fullback positions.