'GET OVER IT,' says Botia

FIJI Water Flying Fijians Levani Botia has called on Fijians to 'get over' the ranting on social media about the team selection.

The European Champions Cup winner joins Toulon outside back and captain, Waisea Nayacalevu, plus Queensland Reds prop Peni Ravai for a third World Cup appearance next month.

He said their dream and aspiration should be something fans cherish rather than downplaying individual characters.

"I am as blessed as I have another opportunity for the Rugby World Cup. I am so grateful that the management trusts me to join the boys for another RWC," Botia said.

"For us it is normal, we have to get over it. It is a team call and what stance is there, as a player we will accept. What's happening on social media, we don't have to be troubled by it. We have bigger dreams in front of us."

Botia, 34, who can play in midfield or in the back row, had starred in La Rochelle's back-to-back European Champions Cup final victories.

He is well known for his trademark runs, strong tackles and tackle busts.

"To all fans and families we need your prayers we had a short time to farewell our loved ones," he said.

The Naitasiri native made his test debut against Portugal at Lisbon, on November 9, 2013.

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