No Bonus Point, Halts Progress
The Fijians needed at least a bonus point to boost their chances of reaching the quarterfinal but the big loss brought an end to their World Cup campaign.
Monday 24 October 2022 | 07:58
Rooster Chicken Fijiana XVs captain Asinate Serevi takes a selfie with fans at the Northland Events Centre in Auckland, New Zealand on October 22, 2022. France scored sevens tries to win 44-0 while the Fijiana ended their World Cup run. Photo: World Rugby
In their first Women’s Rugby World Cup, the Rooster Chicken Fijiana XVs missed out on qualifying for the quarterfinal.
The Asinate Serevi-captained side suffered a 44-0 loss to France on Saturday night.
The Fijians needed at least a bonus point to boost their chances of reaching the quarterfinal but the big loss brought an end to their World Cup campaign.
After three games in Group C, they managed only four points from one win and two losses.
When compared to the other third placed teams- Wales and USA are on five points.
Rooster Chicken Fijiana XVs halfback Lavena Cavuru comes in to make a tackle against France while Rusila Nagasau is on the ground on October 22, 2022. Photo: World Rugby
Just A Glance
Tries: Aloesi Nakoci, Sesenieli Donu, Lavena Cavuru, Ilisapeci Delaiwalu, Akanisi Sokoiwasa, Karalaini Naisewa
Conversions: Cavuru (5)
Yellow Card: Sereima Leweniqila, Akanisi Sokoiwasa, Roela Radiniyavuni.
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