Sereima Leweniqila

Leweniqila hails from Nabouno, Udu, and Macuata. She also has maternal links to Namara, and Kadavu.^[1][2]

Leweniqila represented Fiji at the 2017 World Cup Asia/Oceania Qualifier in Hong Kong.^[3][1][2]

Leweniqila was named as captain of the Fijiana Drua squad in their inaugural 2022 Super W season.^[4][5] She started in their debut match against the Rebels.^[6][7][8] She then faced the Reds in the second round of the competition.^[9] She also featured in their 45–17 victory over the Western Force.^[10] She next captained the team as they ended the Waratahs 20 game winning streak.^[11][12]

The Drua defeated the Brumbies 17–7 in the final round and booked themselves a spot in the Grand Final.^[13] The captaincy was given to Bitila Tawake as the Drua met the Waratahs again in the Grand Final.^[14][15] Despite a last minute comeback from the Waratahs, the Drua held on to win a thrilling Grand Final.^[16][17]

In May 2022, Leweniqila was selected for the Fijiana squad for two test matches against Australia and Japan.^[18][19] She played in the first test against Japan.^[20] She also played in the second test against Australia, it was the first meeting between the two sides.^[21][22]

In September 2022, She played in a warm up match against Canada.^[23] She was named as captain of the Fijiana team for the 2021 Rugby World Cup.^[24]

Leweniqila led the Fijiana's in their second test against the Wallaroos on 20 May at the Allianz Stadium, her side were defeated 22–5.^[25][26]