Fiji flay Japan in 'Phase One'

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Head coach Simon Raiwalui said Fiji was “on track” for the Rugby World Cup after beating Japan for a third win in as many weeks on Saturday.

The Fijians brushed Japan aside 35-12 in Tokyo to build momentum ahead of the tournament in France, where they will face Australia, Wales, Georgia and Portugal in Pool C.

“We’ve really worked hard on building the team spirit, building the team’s preparations,” said Raiwalui. “We’re obviously very proud to get the three wins but we understand what the main focus is. Phase one, we’re on track and now we’ll start focusing on the next phase.” It was also Japan’s last home game before heading to the World Cup, where they will face England, Argentina, Samoa and Chile in Pool D.

Captain Waisea Nayacalevu stormed through the centre of the defence to score the opening try in the fourth minute. Raiwalui said his team were reaping the benefits of the Fijian Drua making their debut in Super Rugby last year.

 

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