Fijians shine in France
Maqala scored a try in the 45th minute with tighthead prop Luke Tagi coming in from the bench. Racing 92 fielded, strong running winger Josua Tuisova.
Monday 21 October 2024 | 09:30
Toulon winger Jiuta Wainiqolo goes over to score a try against Montpellier on October 19, 2024. Photo: Toulon Rugby
A Flying Fijian utility back continues on with his best performance in the French Top 14 competition on Saturday.
Bayonne centre, Sireli Maqala, has formed a deadly combination with former England star Manu Tuilagi (second-five eighth) as they romped to 32-15 win over Racing 92.
Maqala scored a try in the 45th minute with tighthead prop Luke Tagi coming in from the bench. Racing 92 fielded, strong running winger Josua Tuisova.
Meanwhile, elusive winger Jiu ta Wainiqolo scored a try in Toulon's 30-17 win over Montpellier.
Also partnering Wainiqolo on the wing is utility back Seta Tuicuvu.
Flying Fijian second-five eighth Adrea Cocagi was again red carded in the 20th minute as Castres beat Stade Francais 35-13. Veteran Leone Nakarawa was at lock while Setareki Turagacoke started from the bench for Stade Francais.
Still on cards, Semi Radradra copped a yellow card for Lyon as they went down 29-26 to USA Perpignan. Radradra and Sam Matavesi started from the bench while Perpignan had Tavite Veredamu who scored a try during injury time while Eneriko Buliruarua was at centre.
Toulouse with burly winger Setareki Bituniyata had a narrow 22-14 win over Pau who named Lekima Tagitagivalu on the bench.
Fiji-born France winger Alivereti Raka scored a try for Clermont as they walloped Vannes 55-33. Fiery flanker Peceli Yato came in as a sub for Clermont while Salesi Rayasi started for Vannes.
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