
[Source: Fiji Rugby/Facebook]
The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s team won against Ireland women 26-17 in their opening group match of the HSBC Hong Kong 7s this afternoon.
The Fijiana started strongly, scoring two tries and converting one to take an early 12-0 lead.
However, Ireland managed to score a try just before halftime, narrowing the deficit to 12-5.
In the second half, Ireland mounted a comeback, scoring two tries and converting one to take the lead 17-12.
Despite the pressure, Fijiana rallied and scored a crucial try, which, with a successful conversion, allowed them to regain the lead narrowly at 19-17.
Then the last minute try came with a successful conversion which sealed the win for Fiji.
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