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Fiji Beat Tonga 32-10 to Launch Pacific Nations Cup Defense With Bonus Point

The bonus-point win strengthens Fiji's title defense ahead of U.S.-based semifinals.

Overview

  • Fiji ran in five tries in Suva to overturn an early concession and secure a 32-10 victory that delivers a bonus point in Round 2.
  • Siosiua Moala was sent off after a second yellow upgraded to red for repeated side-entry at mauls, leaving Tonga with 14 men late.
  • Seta Tamanivalu and Kalaveti Ravouvou scored long-range efforts, captain Tevita Ikanivere finished from a cross-kick, and Taniela Rakuro added the final try.
  • Tonga struck first through Augustine Pulu and stayed in touch at 17-10 at halftime, but Fiji’s scrum control and territory told after the break.
  • Japan hosts Canada later Saturday in Sendai, with pool play concluding before semifinals and a fifth-place game in Denver on Sept. 14 and the final in Salt Lake City on Sept. 20.