Rugby

Naimasi expected to play a crucial role

February 1, 2019 5:17 am

Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s speedster Ana Naimasi is expected to play a crucial role for the team when they kick off their Sydney tournament campaign today.

Naimasi has scored 21 tries for the side so far.

Coach Saiasi Fuli has named a strong 12-member side which will be captained by forward Rusila Nagasau.

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Former skipper and play-maker Ana Maria Roqica also makes her return together with Raijeli Daveua and Lavenia Tinai.

The Fijiana 7s side is pooled with Canada, Russia and Ireland.

The side faces Canada at 1.22pm today then meets Russia at 3.44pm and plays Ireland in its last pool match at 6.28pm.