Sevens

Fijiana beats England to win Challenge Trophy final

February 2, 2019 6:15 pm

The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side after winning the Challenge Trophy final [Source: World Rugby Sevens]

The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side displayed a courageous performance as they defeated England 15-12 in the Challenge Trophy final in Sydney.

Tokasa Seniyasi, Lavenia Tinai and Asinate Savu scored a try each for the Fijian side.

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Former skipper Ana Roqica was at her best as she guided the defense throughout the match.

Fiji’s Asinate Savu flies in the match winning try against England in the Challenge Trophy Final [Source: World Rugby Sevens]

Tinai says the players showed full commitment and determinations in the final.

“I’m so proud of these girls because it took us nearly three months to get this team together and I would like to thank the girls for their efforts. We have a few young players and some old players so it’s a good mixture and was a good outing with England.”

The Fijiana side defeated China in the semi-final by 12-nil.