5 changes to Flying Fijians starting lineup

Vodafone Flying Fijians coach John McKee has made five changes to the side to play Tonga this weekend in the Pacific Nations Cup.

Watisoni Votu, Malakai Ravulo, Adriu Delai, Sireli Bobo, Leone Nakarawa and Nikola Matawalu will make their first start of the year.

Nemia Kenatale, Metuisela Talebula, Apisai Naikatini and Nemani Nagusa have relegated to the bench while Asaeli Tikoirotuma will not feature in this match.

McKee added that they are expecting Tonga to open up the game after their clash with Samoa last week.

The Vodafone Flying Fijians will take on Tonga in the Pacific Nations Cup at Churchill park on Saturday at 3pm and you can catch the live commentary on our sister station Viti FM.

Starting lineup: Campese Ma’afu, Tuapati Talemaitoga, Manasa Saulo, Apisalome Ratuniyarawa, Leone Nakarawa, Dominiko Waqaniburotu, Malakai Ravulo, Akapusi Qera , Nikola Matawalu, Watisoni Votu, Nemani Nadolo, Adriu Delai, Sireli Bobo, Sireli Bobo, Timoci Nagusa.

Reserves: Viliame Veikoso, Jerry Yanuyanutawa, Isei Colati, Apisai Naikatini, Nemani Nagusa, Nemia Kenatale, Waisea Nayacalevu, Metuisela Talebula.