Fiji goes again in search of the result that will confirm its evolution from everyone’s favorite Rugby World Cup underdog to a consistent threat.
Coach Simon Raiwalui has said his men are still outsiders considering the Pacific island’s limited resources, but the gap between them and the two-time champion Wallabies — who won their last title 24 years ago — would appear to be minimal for these 80 minutes.
Australia has six of the seven players in its squad with Fijian heritage starting or on the bench, a move welcomed in a way by Fiji’s Raiwalui.Versatility is the watchword for defending champion South Africa against minnow Romania in Bordeaux.in their squad to fill various roles, with Grant Williams on the wing and first-choice No. 9 Faf de Klerk set to play flyhalf off the bench.
The 36-year-old Fourie’s performance as hooker off the bench also may have significant connotations for the Boks considering they justto a tournament-ending knee injury, leaving only one specialist hooker in the squad in Bongi Mbonambi, who captains against Romania. Another good victory against Japan, which is by no means guaranteed, will paint a much rosier picture for the Red Roses at this Rugby World Cup.
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