England vs Fiji Preview & Prediction | 2023 Summer International
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THE FACTS
When is England vs Fiji on and what time does it start? England vs Fiji will take place on Saturday 26th August, 2023 – 15:15 (UK)
Where is England vs Fiji taking place? England vs Fiji will take place at Twickenham Stadium in Twickenham, England
Where can I get tickets for England vs Fiji? Ticket information for England vs Fiji can be found on each club’s official website
What channel is England vs Fiji on in the UK? England vs Fiji can be watched live on the Amazon Prime app on Smart TVs
Where can I stream England vs Fiji in the UK? Amazon Prime subscribers can stream England vs Fiji live on Prime Video
THE LINE-UPS
England: 15 Freddie Steward, 14 Max Malins, 13 Ollie Lawrence, 12 Manu Tuilagi, 11 Jonny May, 10 George Ford, 9 Alex Mitchell, 8 Ben Earl, 7 Jack Willis, 6 Courtney Lawes (Captain), 5 Ollie Chessum, 4 Maro Itoje, 3 Dan Cole, 2 Theo Dan, 1 Ellis Genge.
Replacements: 16 Jack Walker, 17 Joe Marler, 18 Will Stuart, 19 David Ribbans, 20 Lewis Ludlam, 21 Danny Care, 22 Marcus Smith, 23 Joe Marchant.
Fiji: 15 Ilaisa Droasese, 14 Selesitino Ravutaumada, 13 Waisea Nayacalevu (c), 12 Semi Radradra, 11 Vinaya Habosi, 10 Caleb Muntz, 9 Frank Lomani, 8 Viliame Mata, 7 Lekima Tagitagivalu, 6 Albert Tuisue, 5 Te Ahiwaru Cirikidveta, 4 Isoa Nasilasila, 3 Luke Tagi, 2 Sam Matavesi, 1 Eroni Mawi
Replacements: 16 Zuriel Togiatama, 17 Jone Koroiduadua, 18 Samu Tawake, 19 Temo Mayanavanua, 20 Vilive Miramira, 21 Simione Kuruvoli, 22 Teti Tela, 23 Kalaveti Ravouvou
THE PREDICTION
England have been in abysmal form in the build up to the World Cup and they somehow have to lift themselves and grab some remnants of positivity to take into France 2023. There are all kinds of issues on and off the pitch that are besetting the squad with problems and it is hard to find any real reason for optimism for them. The only real thing going in their favour is the fact that nobody expects them to do well at the World Cup now so the pressure is off. They come into this clash with Fiji aiming to pick up some positive vibes and a good performance. That will not be easy against the Islanders as barring a loss to France last time out, Fiji have beaten Japan, Samoa and Tonga in previous weeks. They will push England hard here and even though the 12-point handicap would usually be more, there are more reasons to side with Fiji than England on the handicap.
