The November Test matches are a crucial step for the Fiji Water Flying Fijians as they prepare 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.
Byrne acknowledged that the current squad includes several experienced players nearing the end of their careers, some of whom have participated in three World Cups. He believes it is important to honor their contributions while also recognizing this as an opportune moment to introduce new talent to the team as they gear up for the upcoming World Cup.
The coach expressed satisfaction with the team’s strong finish in the Pacific Nations Cup (PNC) and aims to conclude the year on a positive note as well. They are set to compete in an international program featuring four Test matches, three of which are against Six Nations teams—Scotland, Wales, and Ireland.
Byrne noted that players based in Europe performed well last weekend, and local players from the Fijian Drua have actively participated in off-season training. The Flying Fijians’ tour begins with a Test 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 a final Test against Ireland in Dublin on November 24.
In related news, Scotland Rugby has announced that tickets for the Scotland-Fiji Test match are sold out.
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