Flying Fijians coach Mick Byrne acknowledged both the positives and challenges from their semi-final win against the USA which secured their place in the Pacific Nations Cup final.

Japan set up a Pacific Nations Cup final showdown with defending champions Fiji after sweeping aside Samoa with a rampant 49-27 win in Tokyo on Sunday.

Flying Fijians number eight Elia Canakaivata is giving credit where its due for earning the player of the match award in their 22-3 win against the USA in the semifinal of the Pacific Nations Cup last night.

Flying Fijians captain Tevita Ikanivere praised his teammates for stepping up after he received a yellow card during their 22-3 victory over the USA in the Pacific Nations Cup semifinal last night.

Prop Fletcher Newell has been ruled out of the All Blacks’ Rugby Championship test meeting with Australia next Saturday due to a calf injury, New Zealand Rugby said on Sunday.

The Fijiana 15s suffered a heavy 59-15 defeat against a dominant Scotland side in their Test match this morning.

The Flying Fijians secured their place in the Pacific Nations Cup final with a 22-3 victory over the USA in the semi-final tonight.

England comfortably defeated world champions New Zealand 24 – 12 at the newly renamed Allianz Stadium to enhance their favourites tag heading into next year’s home Women’s Rugby World Cup.

Ireland’s women started their season with an impressive six-try win over Australia in Belfast, with back-row Aoife Wafer scoring a try in each half in a player of the match performance.

The Flying Fijians are having the best time so far in Japan and eagerly anticipate a show-stopper match in tonight’s Pacific Nations Cup semi-final against the USA.

It’s been 10 years since the Flying Fijians last met the USA Eagles.

Fijian International and 7s star Mesu Kunavula’s contract has been extended until next season with NSW Waratahs.