Sevens

Fiji records first London 7s win

May 28, 2022 10:25 pm

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The Fiji national men’s 7s side started its London 7s campaign with a 38-17 win over Wales.

Fiji had the first say with a try to Elia Canakaivata.

Wales equalized with a corner try to Tom Brown, and after a successful conversion, the score was 7-all.

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Fiji took an early lead thanks to a break by Josua Vakurunabuli, followed by a superb offload to Waisea Nacuqu.

A swift national side move saw Kamenieli Rasuka cross the tryline, giving them a 19-7 lead right before the break.

Brown scored his second try for Wales right before the whistle.

Fiji increased the tempo in the second half, putting pressure on Wales’ territory.

After a Rasaku break, the ball found its way into the hands of Semi Kunatani, who scored Fiji’s fifth goal.

Napolioni Bolaca and Filipo Bukayaro scored a try each while Wales’ Morgan William’s also added another five points to his side.