Radradra to captain Flying Fijians side to play Samoa

Fiji Water Flying Fijians coach Simon Raiwalui has named Semi Radradra to captain the side against Samoa this Saturday.

Raiwalui says he is looking forward to seeing Semi Radradra lead the pack on Saturday adding he is a great leader on and off the field and one of the best professional players he has come across in his time in rugby.

The coach says Meli Derenalagi and Vilive Miramira will make their debut on the flankers while Iosefo Masi is at outside centre.

Ilaisa Droasese will debut at fullback while Joseva Tamani will possibly debut from the bench.

The coach has named a new front row in Eroni Mawi, Tevita Ikanivere and Luke Tagi.

Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta who made his debut from the bench last week will pair up with Isoa Nasilasila at locks.

Caleb Muntz who was phenomenal in last week’s game will team up with Simione Kuruvoli in the halves while Kalaveti Ravouvou and Seletino Ravutaumada will be on the wings.

The Flying Fijians face Manu Samoa at 2pm at Apia Park on Saturday.

FIJI Water Flying Fijians Match-day 23 member squad:

1. Eroni Mawi

2. Tevita Ikanivere

3. Luke Tagi

4. Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta

5. Isoa Nasilasila

6. Meli Derenalagi *

7. Vilive Miramira *

8. Viliame Mata

9. Simione Kuruvoli

10. Caleb Muntz

11. Kalaveti Ravouvou

12. Semi Radradra {c}

13. Iosefo Masi *

14. Selestino Ravutaumada

15. Ilaisa Droasese*

Reserves

16. Zuriel Togiatama

17. Peni Ravai

18. Samu Tawake

19. Joseva Tamani**

20. Kitione Kamikamica

21. Peni Matawalu

22. Vilimoni Botitu

23. Josua Tuisova