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Canakaivata tipped to make big impact at Sharks
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Former Swire Shipping Fijian Drua backrower Elia Canakaivata.
[Photo: THE SALE SHARKS/ FACEBOOK]Former Swire Shipping Fijian Drua backrower Elia Canakaivata has been tipped to make a huge impact in his first season with Sale Sharks.
Head coach Alex Sanderson says he expects a big season from the FIJI Water Flying Fijians forward after being impressed with what he has seen during pre-season training.
Article continues after advertisementSanderson also singled out Canakaivata for praise, saying the powerful forward has already made his presence felt in training.
He says the Sharks have recruited “big men who like to bang, none more so than Elia Canakaivata,” adding that “the bombs have already been flying in training, and he’s going to do some damage this season.”