Wales vs Fiji – Rugby World Cup 2023: Stream FREE, TV channel, UK kick-off time as Dragons get campaign underway
WALES begin their Rugby World Cup 2023 campaign with a clash against underdogs Fiji.
The Dragons have reached the quarter-finals of the World Cup on three occasions but they’ll be hoping they can go a little further this time.
After their clash with Fiji, Wales face further pool matches against Portugal, Australia and Georgia.
Fiji should represent a nice early test for Warren Gatland‘s side, but they have to be weary as the Pacific Islands side beat England in a warm-up just last week.
When is Wales vs Fiji?
- Wales’ opening pool match with Fiji will take place on Sunday, September 10.
- The game will kick off at 8pm BST, 9pm local time.
- The State de Bordeaux will play host to the clash.
What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
- Wales vs Fiji will be shown live in the UK on ITV 1 and ITV 1 HD.
- You can live stream the action from the ITV X app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
Can I watch for FREE?
- Yes, you can watch for free on ITV1, so long as you have a valid TV licence.
Team news
Wales
- Forwards – Nicky Smith, Tomas Francis, Gareth Thomas, Dillon Lewis, Corey Domachowki, Henry Thomas; Dewi Lake (co-captain), Ryan Elias, Elliot Dee; Will Rowlands, Adam Beard, Daffyd Jenkins; Jac Morgan (co-captain), Dan Lydiate, Taulupe Faletau, Aaron Wainwright,Tommy Reffell, Taine Basham, Christ Tshiunza
- Backs – Tomos Williams, Gareth Davies; Dan Biggar, Sam Costelow, Gareth Anscombe; Nick Tompkins, George North, Johnny Williams, Mason Grady; Josh Adams, Louis Rees-Zammit, Liam Williams, Rio Dyer, Leigh Halfpenny
Fiji
- Forwards – Eroni Mawi, Peni Ravai, Jone Koroiduadua, Mesake Doge, Luke Tagi, Samu Tawake, Tevita Ikanivere, Sam Matavesi, Zuriel Togiatama, Isoa Nasilasila, Temo Mayanavanua, Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta, Albert Tuisue, Lekima Tagitagivalu, Levani Botia, Vilive Miramira, Meli Derenalagi, Viliame Mata
- Backs – Frank Lomani, Simi Kuruvoli, Peni Matawalu, Caleb Muntz, Teti Tela, Josua Tuisova, Semi Radradra, Waisea Nayacalevu, Iosefo Masi, Selesitino Ravutaumada, Vinaya Habosi, Jiuta Wainiqolo, Kalaveti Ravouvou, Sireli Maqala, Ilaisa Droasese