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“Fans will also note the return of former NRC Drua players. Many of the players know each other and other members of the wider squad, which is always a plus.”
He spoke higly of Kaliopasi Uluilakepa who is highly regarded former Fiji U18 and New Zealand U20 prop, who in 2020 was also part of the Hurricanes (Super Rugby Aotearoa) wider squad.
“Kaliopasi is an outstanding addition to the Fijian Drua and we are delighted to welcome him back into our vuvale.
“He is already well known in Fiji as a schools shotput record holder, and has played alongside other Fijian Drua squad members for Marist Brothers High School team.
“We are very proud to confirm that Kaliopasi has declared his eligibility for Fiji and the Flying Fijians.
“This is one of the key objectives of the Fijian Drua and a massive boost for our national side.
“We can’t wait to watch this 22-year old showcase his prowess in Super Rugby.
“It is also wonderful to be able to welcome back Suva’s Apisalome Vota, who was part of the NRC Drua which won the competition in 2018.
“He has been part of the Fijian Warriors and Latui teams, and his hard running skills will give the coaching staff attack options in the midfield.
“Lock Isoa Nasilasila is yet another example of the grit of Fijian players. He had four caps for the Fiji U20 side in 2019 before unfortunately breaking his leg and thus missing out on the World Junior Championship.
“He was out of action for five months but remained focused on his rehabilitation.
“He returned stronger to claim a place into the 2020 Fijian Warriors team for the Pacific Rugby Championship (PRC).
“Isn’t it brilliant that his determination and continued hard work now earns him a place in the Fijian Drua squad.
“Bolstering our forwards’ stock is Nadroga flanker Rusiate Nasove, who has worked his way through the domestic 7s and provincial 15s pathways.
“He was a member of the 2019 NRC Drua and the Fijian 7s squad. Rusiate has good aerial skills and that natural ball playing ability that Fijian forwards are renowned for.
“Rounding out Wave Four is lock Ratu Leone Rotuisolia, who was part of the Fiji U20 team in 2016, and has played junior and university rugby in Australia.
“He is also well known to many in the Fijian Drua squad, having played alongside other members as well as current Flying Fijians.
“Ratusolia is yet another shining example of the quality of Fiji’s high performance system.”