Fijians shine in France

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.

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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