Fiji have named Teti Tala at fly-half for their World Cup opener against Wales in Bordeaux with flanker Levani Botia and wing Josua Tuisova among a strong replacements' bench.

Fiji received a major injury blow when fly-half Caleb Muntz was ruled out of the tournament with a knee injury.

Semi Radradra and captain Waisea Nayacalevu form a strong centre partnership for Sunday's match.

Georgia, Australia and Portugal are also in Pool C.

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Fiji team to face Wales: Droasese; Ravutaumada, Nayacalevu (capt), Radrada, Habosi; Tela, Lomani; Mawi, Matavesi, Tagi, Nasilasila, Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta, Tuisue, Tagitagivalu, Mata.

Replacements: Ikanivere, Ravai, Doge, Mayanavanua, Botia, Kuruvoli, Tuisova, Maqala.