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  • Daffy JaffyD Offline
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    wrote on last edited by ACT Crusader
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    FIji to face Wallabies

    1. Campese Ma'afu

    2. Samuel Matavesi

    3. Peni Ravai

    4. Tevita Cavubati

    5. Leone Nakawara

    6. Dominiko Wawqaniburotu

    7. Peceli Yato

    8. Viliami Mata

    9. Frank Lomani

    10. Ben volavola

    11. Semi radradra

    12. Levani Botia

    13. Waisea Nayacalevu

    14. Josua Tuisova

    15. Kini Murimurivalu

    16. Veremalua Vugakoto

    17. Mosese Voka

    18. Eroni Mawi

    19. Nikola Matawalu

    20. Manasa Saulo

    21. Alivereti Veitokani

    22. Tevita Ratuva

    23. Vereniki Goneva

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    Wallabies to face Fiji

    1. Scott Sio (59 Tests)

    2. Tolu Latu (15 Tests)

    3. Allan Alaalatoa (33 Tests)

    4. Izack Rodda (21 Tests)

    5. Rory Arnold (22 Tests)

    6. David Pocock (78 Tests)

    7. Michael Hooper (c) (95 Tests)

    8. Isi Naisarani (4 Tests)

    9. Nic White (26 Tests)

    10. Christian Lealiifano (22 Tests)

    11. Marika Koroibete (24 Tests)

    12. Samu Kerevi (vc) (29 Tests)

    13. James O’Connor (48 Tests)

    14. Reece Hodge (37 Tests)

    15. Kurtley Beale (87 Tests)

    Reserves

    1. Jordan Uelese (4 Tests)

    2. James Slipper (91 Tests)

    3. Sekope Kepu (106 Tests)

    4. Adam Coleman (34 Tests)

    5. Lukhan Salakaia-Loto (16 Tests)

    6. Will Genia (105 Tests)

    7. Matt To’omua (47 Tests)

    8. Dane Haylett-Petty (33 Tests)

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    Big bench. Small starting back row.

    Obviously looking for Pocock to help nullify Fijian quick ball, as well as see if he's ready for Rugby after months without a game.

    Back line is basically first choice from where I'm sitting. Foley the forgotten man, will probably get a crack at Georgia and Uruguay unless Lilo has a shocker.

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    @NTA said in Fiji vs Australia:

    Big bench. Small starting back row.

    Obviously looking for Pocock to help nullify Fijian quick ball, as well as see if he's ready for Rugby after months without a game.

    He played against Samoa a few weeks ago, so at least he's had one hit-out.

    This is our strongest XV so we've got no excuses here. Enough experience to see us get the job done within the first 60 or so, I hope.

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    @barbarian he was Captain too! Not a memorable performance then, I guess

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    NTA
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    Or dementia is finally catching up with me

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    @NTA He was fairly quiet but not surprising given his time out of the game this year. Good to get that run out of the way.

    Looks like Wallabies best starting XV to me.

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    @NTA said in Fiji vs Australia:

    Big bench. Small starting back row.

    Obviously looking for Pocock to help nullify Fijian quick ball, as well as see if he's ready for Rugby after months without a game.

    Back line is basically first choice from where I'm sitting. Foley the forgotten man, will probably get a crack at Georgia and Uruguay unless Lilo has a shocker.

    Small bench for Australia, in fact, as there is normally one more player. Also a bit sad to see the wallabies copying our patented dual open side tactic

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    Fiji might struggle in the scrums as Ravai is a loosehead prop. I don't remember having seen him on the tight head. It's a bit of a surprise here as they have Saulo on the bench who is a good scrummager. Otherwise, I am pleased with this Fijian line up.

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  • MiketheSnowM Offline
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    Australia to walk this

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  • ACT CrusaderA Offline
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    It’s a settled Aussie side which hasn’t been a feature for a while.

    The backline has a good balance and if given ball should get point points.

    If Fiji can keep their structure defensively and not turn the ball over (which has been a problem for them) it could be closer than some predictions I’ve seen.

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  • MiketheSnowM Offline
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    Mate of mine has been talking Fiji up saying they're going to pip Wales for the second pool place.

    Dreaming.

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    @MiketheSnow said in RWC: Fiji v Australia (Pool D):

    Mate of mine has been talking Fiji up saying they're going to pip Wales for the second pool place.

    Dreaming.

    I don’t think that happens, but there have been some key changes to the structures of how Fiji play which is reflected in a better run and managed union.

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    Michael Cheika looks like a homeless drunk

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    Looking forward to this. Have absolutely no idea of the strength of Fiji but hoping they can throw caution to the wind.

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    See half the Fijians almost slipping over on the walk out...organisers might wanna sort that eh.

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    First of many games that we have to watch online on a desktop computer. I much prefer watching on tv, but ours is too old. I hope Spark Sport is doing its job and that the streaming will be good.

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    Oh, dear, O'Keefe is the ref?

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  • NepiaN Online
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    Nepia
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    @Stargazer said in RWC: Fiji v Australia (Pool D):

    First of many games that we have to watch online on a desktop computer. I much prefer watching on tv, but ours is too old. I hope Spark Sport is doing its job and that the streaming will be good.

    Your tv doesn't have HMDI inputs?

    https://previews.123rf.com/images/natara/natara1803/natara180300182/96920637-old-tv-vintage-classic-retro-style-old-television-.jpg

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    Good start Fiji.

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