Fiji lost to Wales and England to South Africa in the opening Nations Championship round. Both are seeking a win, but England, who are in poor form currently, are backed to cover as they are at home, even though the fixture is technically a Fiji home game.
Key Stats - England on Losing Streak
- England have won 8 of their 9 matches against Fiji.
- England beat Fiji by 20 points in 2025.
- Fiji have lost 3 of their last 4 fixtures.
England Lead H2H
England lead 8-1 in nine previous games against Fiji.
Fiji Lost the Plot in second half last Weekend
Fiji were outplayed in the second half of their Nations Championship opener against Wales last weekend, losing 39-24 after the score was 10-10 at half-time.
Before that result, the Flying Fijians played three matches during the Autumn Nations Series towards the end of last year. They lost 38-18 to England and 34-21 to France before beating Spain 33-4.
The Pacific Islanders had an excellent campaign at the 2025 Pacific Nations Cup. They defeated Tonga 32-10 and Samoa 29-15 in the group stages before beating Canada 63-10 in the semi-finals and Japan 33-2 in the final.
Fiji have a tough assignment to overcome in their second Nations Championship match against England, as they have a poor record against their opponents, having lost eight of their nine clashes.
England Desperately need a Win
England came away empty-handed in their opening Nations Championship match against South Africa last weekend, losing 45-21 to the Springboks after trailing 17-14 at the break.
England started this year's Six Nations Championship well, thumping Wales 48-7 before losing 31-20 to Scotland, 42-21 to Ireland, 23-18 to Italy, and 48-46 to France to finish a disappointing fifth overall.
Before that, England were in fine form during last year's Autumn Nations Series. They beat Australia 25-7, Fiji 38-18, New Zealand 33-19, and Argentina 27-23.
England did not achieve their desired outcome in their opening match, but will start confidently against Fiji, having defeated their opponents 38-18 last year.
Fijia vs England Squads & Team News
Fiji
Semi Radradra and Tim Hoyt have been ruled out for the rest of the Nations Championship after sustaining knee and leg injuries, respectively, against Wales. Virimi Vakatawa and Luke Tagi have been called into the squad to replace them.
Selestino Ravutaumada, Elia Canakaivata, and Pita-Gus Sowakula scored a try each against Wales last weekend.
Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula landed three conversions and a penalty in the match.
Forwards: Tevita Ikanivere, Sam Matavesi, Zuriel Togiatama, Eroni Mawi, Peni Ravai, Atunaisa Sokobale, Luke Tagi, Temo Mayanavanua, Isoa Nasilasila, Tevita Ratuva, Mesake Vocevoce, Levani Botia, Elia Canakaivata, Kitione Salawa Jr., Pita-Gus Sowakula, Lekima Tagitagivalu, Peceli Yato
Backs: Simione Kuruvoli, Frank Lomani, Sam Wye, Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula, Caleb Muntz, Vilimoni Botitu, Virimi Vakatawa, Selestino Ravutaumada, Josua Tuisova, Vinaya Habosi, Vuate Karawalevu, Kalaveti Ravouvou, Jiuta Wainiqolo, Salesi Rayasi
England
Tom Roebuck has been brought into the squad as a replacement for George Furbank, who has been ruled out for the rest of the July schedule.
Chandler Cunningham-South and Emmanuel Iyogun have been added to the squad following injuries to Cadan Murley and Beno Obano.
Alex Coles, George Martin, and Ellis Genge each scored a try against South Africa last weekend.
Fin Smith slotted three conversions in the match.
Forwards: Jamie George (c), Luke Cowan-Dickie, Theo Dan, Ellis Genge, Joe Heyes, Asher Opoku-Fordjour, Chandler Cunningham-South, George Kloska, Vilikesa Sela, Ollie Chessum, Charlie Ewels, George Martin, Alex Coles, Arthur Clark, Tom Curry, Ben Earl, Guy Pepper, Henry Pollock, Ted Hill, Greg Fisilau, Emmanuel Iyogun
Backs: Alex Mitchell, Jack van Poortvliet, Ben Spencer, George Ford, Marcus Smith, Fin Smith, Henry Slade, Seb Atkinson, Max Ojomoh, Benhard Janse van Rensburg, Tommy Freeman, Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, Cadan Murley, Noah Caluori, Freddie Steward, Tom Roebuck