Japan continue impressive WC build-up

Fiji roll over Canada to get back on track

Cup hosts, have two more matches before the tournament opener against Russia in Tokyo on Sept 20.

Following the United States clash on Aug 10, Japan have a final World Cup warm-up against South Africa on Sept 6.

Fiji’s forwards muscled up to keep their Pacific Nations Cup (PNC) title defence alive and put their World Cup preparations back on track with a thumping 38-13 victory over Canada in Suva.

Flying Fijians coach John McKee rang the changes after the 34-21 loss to Japan in Kamaishi last Saturday and his players responded with a six try to one, bonus point hammering of the overpowered Canadians.

The first four tries came from forwards with number eight Viliame Mata, flanker Peceli Yato and lock Leone Nakarawa crossing to give the hosts a 19-13 halftime lead and prop Peni Ravai powering his way over the line soon after the break.

The backs got into the act in the 49th minute when Josua Tuisova was set free by quick hands from centre Semi Radradra and the winger just got the ball down in the tackle.