Fiji to host 2019 Pacific Challenge prior to PNC

Fiji will host the 2019 Pacific Challenge prior to the Pacific Nations Cup.

Players aged 23 and under will feature in the tournament.

Fiji Airways Flying Fijians Coach John McKee says that the World Rugby Pacific Challenge is a key tournament for Fiji in terms of providing a pathway step for the most talented young players in their quest to achieve higher honours representing the Flying Fijians.

The Fiji Warriors have claimed the Pacific Challenge title on the past three occasions and will be looking to continue their winning streak on home soil.

Other teams that will be taking part are Tonga A, Samoa A and Junior Japan.

The matches will take place in Suva on the 8th, 12th and 16th of March next year.