The news was announced on Friday by Fijian coach Simon Raiwalui during the press briefing to announce the team which will start against Wales on Sunday evening (9:00 p.m.) in Bordeaux. : “We hope he joins us today or tomorrow.”
Batitu has eight caps with Fiji. He appeared in the first preparation matches this summer, but was injured against Japan.
The Castres Olympique player, frequently lined up as first center in club and selection, has already occupied the position of opener with his selection against Scotland (28-12 defeat) during the last autumn tour.
Caleb Muntz, chosen as No.1 opener by coach Simon Raiwalui, had to withdraw from the World Cup after injuring his knee on Monday during non-contact training at Lormont, the Fijians’ base camp near Bordeaux.
Before Botitu’s recall, Fiji only had one training fly-half, Teti Tela, who plays for Fijian Drua (Super Rugby franchise) and will start against the Welsh.
