Fiji Olympic 7s squad announced

July 04, 2021
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Ultimate Rugby

Fiji 7s boss Gareth Baber has named his squad for the upcoming Olympic Games in Tokyo.

The Fijians won gold at the last tournament and will be looking to replicate that effort.

“The Olympic Games is a one off event which we are going into. I believe the biggest challenge is the fact that we haven’t had the time to get the rhythm and flow associated with playing in the World Rugby Sevens Series,” Baber said.

“Therefore, the Oceania tournament became an important opportunity for those players who have less experience as well as those who have returned from Europe, to show the quality which I look for.

“I’m really excited in what the group brings, it’s a balance between the power which is a big part of our game and the pace that we are able to put into it.

“We continue to look to command the aerial battels on the field as well as developing our strength at set piece. We have built the team and the capabilities around putting pressure on our opponents and as a result there has been a balance in the selection of the squad to reflect this.”

The squad:

KalioneNasoko
Josua Vakurinabili
Meli Derenalagi
Iosefo Masi
Asaeli Tuivuaka
Semi Radradra
Vilimoni Botitu
Waisea Nacuqu
Napolioni Bolaca
Jiuta Wainiqolo
Aminiasi Tuimaba
Jerry Tuwai {c}