Former Naitasiri rugby skipper Apisalome Ratuniyarawa has been named in the North Harbour team for the ITM CUP, which starts in New Zealand next month.

The lock, who is the younger brother of former national rep Seko Kalou, will join up with fellow Fijians, Malakai Ravulo and David Raikuna.

There are a number of other Fijian players who will feature in New Zealand’s premier provincial competition.

Taranaki has named Seta Tamanivalu, NZ 7s star Waisake Naholo and Nemia Soqeta.

Tasman Makos has named former Flying Fijian and Nadroga lock Tevita Cavubati, while Auckland has Nathan Hughes.

Semisi Masirewa is in the Waikato squad, while Tomasi Cama and Waikato wing Asaeli Tikoirotuma are with Manawatu.