Rugby AUSTRALIAFIJI TEST

Press, Volume C, Issue 29536, 10 June 1961, Page 14

Rugby AUSTRALIAFIJI TEST

Both Teams In Training (N.Z Press Assn —Copunght) BRISBANE, June 9 In a late surprise the Fijians have omitted their captain and outside centre. Orisi Dawai, from the team to play Australia in the first Rugby Union test at Brisbane tomorrow. The Fijian selectors, announcing the team, said it was subject to change but it is certain that Dawai would not play. Australia will rely on speed to beat the Fijians The speed should stem from the service of the New South Wales half back. K. Catchpole. and build up with the transfer of the ball to the wings. The Australian coach. Mr W. McLaughlin, has made no bones about his plans. Yes terday he had his backs whipping the ball to his wings, M. Cleary ' and T. Magra’h, both better than even time sprinters. “This is how we will beat them.” said McLaughlin, “at their own game.” Eleven of the Australians, including Queensland’s sole representative, the centre, H. Roberts, will be playing in their first test. Catchpole, aged 21, will be leading Australia in his test debut. Both the Australian and the Fijian teams had their final training runs today. Tne Fijian team is: E. Gaunavou, E. Lovodua, S. Raresea, E. Ravi. J. Levula. K. Bose, N. Ratuveilawa, J. Naucabalabu, J. Nabou, S. Kepa, J. Tbbaiwalu. N. Nubaro, S. Rasau, S. Tuba, J. Vadagu.