‘Ikale Tahi team announced for Fiji [1]
Thursday, July 6, 2017 - 18:11
The Tonga Rugby Union have announced the official ‘Ikale Tahi team list for this Saturday’s game against Fiji at Teufaiva Stadium in Nuku'alofa.
Two key players, flanker Nili Latu and centre Nafi Tuitavake have both left the tour early and will not play this Saturday. Latu was forced to leave due to a family emergency, while Nafi was granted permission to leave for personal reasons.
Jack Ram will replace Latu’s jersey and Tevita Taufui will replace Nafi.
Official ‘Ikale Tahi Team List
1. Siegfried Fisi'ihoi – Waikato
2. Paula Ngauamo – Mont De Marsan Hooker
3. Siua Halanukonuka – Otago Highlanders
4. Leva Fifita – Waikato
5. Steve Mafi – Castres
6. Dan Faleafa – SC ALBI
7. Jack Ram – Auckland Rugby
8. Valentino Mapapalangi – Manawatu
9. Sonatane Takulua – Newcastle Falcons
10. Latiume Fosita – Doncaster Knights
11. Cooper Vuna – Worcester Warriors
12. Tevita Taufui – Waikato Rugby
13. Siale Piutau – Bristol (Captain)
14. David Halaifonua – Gloucester
15. 'Atieli Pakalani – Southern Districts
16. Suliasi Taufalele – Counties Manukau
17. Latu Talakai – Waikato
18. Ben Tameifuna – Racing 92
19. Sione Tau – SU Agen
20. Mike Faleafa – Northland
21. Leon Fukofuka – Crusaders
22. Kali Hala – Counties Manukau
23. Kiti Taimani