Fiji Stuns England at Twickenham

TWICKENHAM — In what can only be described as a historic match, Fiji's rugby team clinched a landmark 30-22 win against England at Twickenham on Saturday. This victory marks Fiji's first ever win against the English side.

Match Highlights

Despite the dreary weather, England opened the game with a promise, as Jonny May landed a try within the first ten minutes, putting the English side at an early lead. Yet, the heavy downpour soon took a toll, resulting in multiple handling errors. By the halftime whistle, England had only managed to secure a five-point lead with the scoreboard reading 8-3.

However, the Fijians displayed tremendous resilience and tactical acumen as they turned the tables in the second half. Waisea Nayacalevu's try shortly after the break gave Fiji the edge, and the momentum seemed to shift irreversibly when Vinaya Habosi further extended Fiji's lead with a try in the 52nd minute.

England, though startled, did not give in easily. Marcus Smith's dazzling try, coming off a George Ford chip, hinted at a potential comeback. However, Caleb Muntz's precision with the boot ensured that Fiji maintained a buffer. Even as Joe Marchant sneaked a try for England, reducing the lead to a solitary point, it was Simione Kuruvoli's decisive try that sealed the deal for Fiji.

Looking Ahead

Both teams will now look to the 2023 Rugby World Cup with contrasting moods. For Fiji, this win is a huge morale booster, while England will be introspective, hoping to rectify their strategies before the big showdown begins.

Notably, Selesitino Ravutaumada of Fiji was named the "Man of the Match," signifying his paramount contribution to Fiji's monumental win.