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Fiji coach Mick Byrne has brought back halves Frank Lomani and Tela Tela for their must-win clash against the winless Moana Pasifika at Churchill Park on Saturday afternoon. Join The Roar for live scores from 12.05pm AEST.
The duo missed their clash against the Waratahs, where a poor final 20 minutes saw them lose 32-18. They replace Peni Matawalu and Caleb Muntz.
Otherwise the Drua have named a strong side, with Meli Derenalagi captaining the side and well supported by Tevita Ikanivere.
Moana Pasifikia, whose coach Aaron Mauger will stand down at season’s end after their winless season to date, has welcomed back Michael Curry and Mike McKee after their late withdrawals last week.
Former Reds and Force centre Henry Taefu meanwhile starts at inside centre alongside Crusaders-bound Levi Aumua.
Moana Pasifika (1-15): Ezekiel Lindenmuth, Luteru Tolai, Sosefo ‘Apikotoa, Michael Curry, Mike McKee, Penitoa Finau, Alamanda Motuga, Solomone Funaki (c), Jonathan Taumateine, Christian Lealiifano, Timoci Tavatavanawai, Henry Taefu, Levi Aumua, Tima Fainga’anuku, William Havili
Replacements: Samiuela Moli, Abraham Pole, Chris Apoua, Mahonri Ngakuru, Miracle Faiilagi, Ereatara Enari, Fine Inisi. Jonah Mau’u.
