RLWC: Bati records first win

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Fiji Bati players celebrate after a try. Picture: RODNEY DUTHIE

The Fiji Bati have recorded their first win of the Rugby League World Cup after beating Italy 60-4 at Kingston Park in Newcastle.

The Fijians led Italy 30-0 at half-time.

Fiji’s tries at half-time were scored by Viliame Kikau (2), Kevin Naiqama, Penioni Tagituimua and Api Koroisau.

Brandon Wakeham was successful with all conversions.