Fiji upset Wales in France in 2007 as Warren Gatland began his revolution of Welsh rugby, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. “To be 10-0 down and finish with a bonus-point win, I thought we showed some great character as a side, particularly given how hard and physical it was. Enjoy the luxury of home delivery and never miss an issue <<. USL's Phoenix Rising place coach Rick Schantz, Junior Flemmings on leave amid probe, The CBD business is booming, but little is known about the actual benefits, USL's San Diego Loyal forfeit in protest, alleging anti-gay slur. Twelve long years since the penny began to drop for Wales, their top internationals stopped playing at professionalism in order to compete at the highest level, twelve years since the Warren Gatland era began. Radradra became more prominent, continually making ground with ball in hand, and when James Davies was sin-binned for slowing the ball down after one such break, Fiji capitalised from the ensuing penalty. Rhys Patchell arrived in his place and kicked a long-range penalty to level the scores with 20 minutes to go. But for all the intent, passion and power Fiji will bring to the game, unbeaten Wales are surely too savvy to fall into the same trap Jenkins team fell into 12 years ago when they attempted to play the south sea islanders at their own, expansive game. Stepped out of the shadow of older brother Beauden to play a starring role in the demolition of Namibia. Another flanker named man of the match, Underhill was England’s defensive heartbeat against Argentina, but also an emphatic carrier who helped set up George Ford’s bonus point-clinching try. It allows our most engaged readers to debate the big issues, share their own experiences, discuss real-world solutions, and more. Scored a try himself but it was the in which he created Anton Lienert-Brown’s score that really stood out, combining power, vision, passing ability and athletic determination to send the centre over. Wales coach Warren Gatland: “We knew Fiji would be tough. Warren Gatland had talked pre-match about how well Wales had been starting matches at this World Cup, but it was the opposite here. Mbonambi was excellent at the lineout, finding his jumper on every occasion, but it was his work around the pitch that really stood out in the win over Italy as he bagged himself a try in the process. His form is keeping Sonny Bill Williams out of the Test side when New Zealand play their crunch fixtures, but on the weekend’s evidence it was easy to see why. First Navidi was sent over the line by a George North pass but the try was ruled out by the TMO for an earlier Hadleigh Parkes knock-on. Fiji: Kini Murimurivalu; Josua Tuisova, Waisea Nayacalevu, Levani Botia (Jale Vatubua 32), Semi Radradra; Ben Volavola, Frank Lomani (Nikola Matawalu 67); Campese Ma’afu (Eroni Mawi h-t), Samuel Matavesi (Mesulame Dolokoto 71), Manasa Saulo (Peni Ravai 52), Tevita Cavubati (Api Ratuniyarawa 64), Leone Nakarawa, Dominiko Waqaniburotu (captain), Semi Kunatani, Viliame Mata (Peceli Yato 62). Due to the sheer scale of this comment community, we are not able to give each post the same level of attention, but we have preserved this area in the interests of open debate. — Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) October 9, 2019 Wales winger Josh Adams scored a hat trick before fullback Liam Williams grabbed his side’s fourth in a dagger to Fiji late in the second half. Wales managed to take a little more control of the game and when Tevita Cavubati was yellow-carded for a shoulder charge at a ruck, they scored a try from the resulting penalty. Gatland said last season his team had “forgotten how to lose” but more importantly they’ve worked out how to win. Wales wins – 10. A livewire showing as the beating heart of a Flying Fijian side back at full strength and firing on all cylinders. How do you stop him? The Fiji wing batters through Biggar, Adams and Navidi to touch the ball down and give Fiji an early lead in Oita #WALvFIJ #RWC2019 #ITVRugby pic.twitter.com/npYmgyUVpq. In the space of 12 years, Welsh rugby has grown up. Fiji showed more flashes of their attacking threats before the break but Wales weathered the storm. Earmarked as a real star of Japanese rugby, he looks to have real captaincy potential. Cons: Biggar 2, Patchell. The wing managed to stay in the air long enough as he dived for the corner to ground the ball before going into touch. Victory would see McKee’s men guarantee qualification for the next World Cup in four years time. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Gatland’s era, overseen by influential defence coach Shaun Edwards and medical director Prav Mathema, has seen a professional regime established which empowers players while eradicating a drinking culture which had seen Wales lag badly behind their rivals following the onset of professionalism in 1995. Wales face Fiji 12 years after loss sparked new era, You may not agree with our views, or other users’, but please respond to them respectfully, Swearing, personal abuse, racism, sexism, homophobia and other discriminatory or inciteful language is not acceptable, Do not impersonate other users or reveal private information about third parties, We reserve the right to delete inappropriate posts and ban offending users without notification. Soon after came a nasty aerial collision between Liam Williams and Biggar. Could they do the same in the second period? Want to get into German soccer but don't know your Bayern from your Borussias? 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