FIJI Water Flying Fijians: 32-Member Squad for Wallabies and Scotland Test Matches

FIJI Water Flying Fijians Head Coach Mick Byrne has today announced a formidable and well-balanced 32-member squad to face Tier One giants Australia (Wallabies) and Scotland in back-to-back test matches next month.

Set to ignite local and international rugby fans, the squad features a dynamic mix of experienced internationals and rising stars, drawing talent from top-tier European and France clubs and the Fijian Drua franchise.

Coach Byrne emphasized the squad’s readiness to take on the challenge:

“Both Australia and Scotland are established Tier One sides, and we know the level we need to rise to. This squad reflects the depth, strength, and we will give a performance that will make all Fijians proud.”

Squad Composition Highlights:

• 13 players from the Fijian Drua, showcasing the growth of local talent.
• 10 players based in France, including heavy hitters from Racing 92, Lyon, Castres, and Pau.
• 5 players based in England, including stars from Saracens, Bristol, and Northampton.
• 1 player from New Zealand (Hawke’s Bay) and 3 with Super Rugby or overseas academy experience.

Key Inclusions:

• Viliame Mata (Bristol), Josua Tuisova (Racing 92), and Sireli Maqala (Bayonne) headline a powerhouse backline.
• Veteran forwards Eroni Mawi (Saracens), Samuel Matavesi (Lyon), and Albert Tuisue (Gloucester) bolster a dominant forward pack.
• Local talents such as Tevita Ikanivere, Caleb Muntz, and Iosefo Masikau Baleiwairiki continue their strong form after standout seasons with the Drua.

Positional Strengths:

• Front Row Depth: With names like Mawi, Heitet, Doge, and Ravai, the scrum is built for power and resilience.
• Loose Forwards: Featuring Mata, and Tagitagivalu, the back row offers athleticism, mobility, and breakdown presence.
• Playmakers & Backs: Muntz, Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula, Ravouvou, Botitu, and Wainiqolo bring game-breaking creativity and pace.

Test Match Schedule:

• Fiji vs Wallabies – Saturday, July 6th – Newcastle, Australia
• Fiji vs Scotland – Saturday, July 12th – Suva, Fiji

Coach Byrne added:

“We’ve focused on combinations that give us both tactical adaptability and the trademark Fijian spirit. We want to win – but more importantly, we want to win playing our brand of rugby.”

The Flying Fijians will march into this international window with clear intentions — not just to compete, but to make a statement.

Flying Fijians Squad

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