Fiji Warriors crowned Pacific Challenge champions

The Telecom Fiji Warriors claimed their sixth World Rugby Pacific Challenge title on Monday night.

A clinical display by the brave Warriors helped the side thrash Samoa A 36-0 at the ANZ Stadium in Laucala Bay, Suva.

Fiji Warriors scored four tries and a penalty try also helped seal the impressive win. The tries were scored by right winger Nacani Wakaya, left winger Lepani Raiyala, lock Mataiasi Ucutabua and inside centre Frederick Hickes.

Fullback Kitione Ratu was successful with two conversions. Captain Peni Ravai's boys displayed quality rugby to demolish the Samoans. Fiji Warriors led 16-0 at halftime.

The first 40 minutes was a close exchange with livewire halfback Henry Seniloli setting the pace with quick deliveries. Fiji was ferocious in defence but there were about five knock-ons. The side kept putting in the big hits and defended well for several phases, also forcing turnovers.

A penalty try was awarded after two scrums in front of the tryline before Wakaya's specular dive in the corner, created by two chip-kicks by Raiyala and fullback Kitione Ratu.

Head coach Senirusi Seruvakula was happy with the win.

"I'm proud of the boys," the former national rep said.

"A lot of guys have stepped up. We stuck to the game plan.

"We've learnt a lot playing at this level. It's a big step up. Most of the boys are new to the Warriors (program).

"There were mistakes but we got to learn from it. A lot of things we did right and also a lot of things we can work on.

"We need to work on our discipline and play according to our pattern," Seruvakula said.

Captain Ravai, tighthead Mesake Doge, lock Joseva Levula, Wakaya and number eight Eremasi Radrodro were Fiji's top performers.

Samoa captain Greg Foe was gracious in defeat.

"I thank the Almighty Father and credit to the Fiji Warriors. They beat us in two games," he said.

The Warriors will be back in camp after three weeks to prepare for a tour to Uruguay.