Exciting Fiji team named to continue their good run of form

Fiji's head coach, Simon Raiwalui, has announced the squad to face Georgia in Pool C at Stade de Bordeaux on Saturday, 30 September.

Raiwalui has made one change to the starting XV, with Selesitino Ravutaumada taking the wing, replacing Jiuta Wainiqolo.

Nine players from the squad featured in the 15-15 draw against Georgia in 2021: Eroni Mawi, Sam Matavesi, Peni Ravai, Viliame Mata, Frank Lomani, Vilimoni Botitu, Josua Tuisova, Albert Tuisue, and captain Waisea Nayacalevu. Viliame Mata scored one of Fiji's tries in that match.

Josua Tuisova recorded the most carries for Fiji against Australia, with ten carries for 123 meters and five defenders beaten.

Semi Radradra, who scored two tries against Georgia in RWC 2019, has recorded the second-most carries and defenders beaten for Fiji in RWC 2023, while Levani Botia has a perfect tackle record, completing all 13 attempts.

If utilized, Samu Tawake will make his Rugby World Cup debut, marking his fourth test appearance.

FIJI TEAM TO FACE GEORGIA IN BORDEAUX

1 Eroni Mawi

2 Samuel Matavesi

3 Luke Tagi

4 Isoa Nasilasila

5 Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta

6 Lekima Tagitagivalu

7 Levani Botia

8 Viliame Mata

9 Simione Kuruvoli

10 Teti Tela

11 Semi Radradra

12 Josua Tuisova

13 Waisea Nayacalevu (c)

14 Selesitino Ravutaumada

15 Ilaisa Droasese

Replacements:

16 Tevita Ikanivere

17 Peni Ravai

18 Samu Tawake

19 Temo Mayanavanua

20 Albert Tuisue

21 Frank Lomani

22 Vilimoni Botitu

23 Vinaya Habosi