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Droasese returns to fullback as Drua takes on the Force

 Droasese returns to fullback as Drua takes on the Force
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The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua have named a formidable side as they hunt for their first win in Perth when they take on the Western Force in Round 12 of the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific.

Head Coach Mick Byrne has named an unchanged forwards with Haereiti Hetet retaining his place at loosehead prop, Tevita Ikanivere at hooker, and veteran prop Mesake Doge remaining at tighthead.

Mesake Vocevoce and Isoa Nasilasila will partner again at locks.

Vilive Miramira, retains his place at blindside flanker with Kitione Salawa on the openside, and captain Meli Derenalagi starts at number 8.

Peni Matawalu will again start at halfback alongside Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula at flyhalf.

Taniela Rakuro retains his spot on the left wing, with Selestino Ravutaumada returning to the right-wing position this week.

Michael Naitokani is at inside centre, with Iosefo Masi outside him, and Ilaisa Droasese returns to fullback.

The Fijian Drua will face the Force at 11.55pm Saturday in Perth.

First 15 1. Haereiti Hetet, 2. Tevita Ikanivere, 3. Mesake Doge, 4. Mesake Vocece, 5. Isoa Nasilasila, 6. Vilive Miramira, 7. Kitione Salawa, 8. Meli Derenalagi (c), 9. Peni Matawalu, 10. Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula, 11. Taniela Rakuro, 12. Michael Naitokani, 13. Iosefo Masi, 14. Selestino Ravutaumada, 15. Ilaisa Droasese

Impact 16. Zuriel Togiatama, 17. Emosi Tuqiri, 18. Samu Tawake, 19. Leone Rotuisolia, 20. Motikiai Murray, 21. Simi Kuruvoli, 22. Kemu Valetini, 23. Epeli Momo

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