Wales vs Fiji: Nations Championship Live Updates from Cardiff City Stadium
Wales vs Fiji: Nations Championship Live Updates

Wales begin their Nations Championship campaign with an "away" fixture against Fiji at Cardiff City Stadium as a new era for international rugby begins. Louis Rees-Zammit is back on the wing after playing full-back during the Six Nations, with Blair Murray wearing 15.

Match Details and TV Coverage

The game kicks off at 2.10pm and will be televised on ITV1 and S4C. Coverage begins at 1.20pm. The match is part of a full day of Nations Championship fixtures, including Australia v Ireland (11.10am, ITV1), South Africa v England (4.40pm, ITV4), and Argentina v Scotland (8.10pm, ITV4).

Team News

Steve Tandy has made six changes to his side, with Louis Rees-Zammit returning to his favoured wing position. Blair Murray retains the full-back spot after the win over the Barbarians, while Josh Adams returns to the side after being on waterboy duties. Tomos Williams starts at scrum-half. In the pack, Rhys Carre replaces Gareth Thomas at loosehead, Adam Beard starts alongside Ben Carter, and Alex Mann earns his 10th cap under Tandy.

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Line-ups

Fiji: Salesi Rayasi; Selestino Ravutaumada, Semi Radradra, Josua Tuisova, Jiuta Wainiqolo; Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula, Frank Lomani; Eroni Mawi, Tevita Ikanivere (c), Tim Hoyt, Isoa Nasilasila, Temo Mayanavanua, Pita Gus Sowakula, Kitione Salawa, Elia Canakaivata. Replacements: Zuriel Togiatama, Livai Natave, Peni Ravai, Mesake Vocevoce, Peceli Yato, Simione Kuruvoli, Vilimoni Botitu, Kalaveti Ravouvou.

Wales: Blair Murray; Louis Rees-Zammit, Eddie James, Joe Hawkins, Josh Adams; Dan Edwards, Tomos Williams; Rhys Carre, Dewi Lake (c), Dillon Lewis, Ben Carter, Adam Beard, Alex Mann, Jac Morgan, Aaron Wainwright. Replacements: Ryan Elias, Nicky Smith, Ben Warren, Taine Plumtree, James Botham, Kieran Hardy, Sam Costelow, Ellis Mee.

Earlier Results

New Zealand beat France 34-32 in an epic match in Christchurch, while Japan are currently leading Italy 24-10 with 20 minutes remaining.

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