Levani Botia never told his wife that he played rugby professionally until she saw him one day on TV playing at the 2011 Pacific Games in New Caledonia.
12 Facts About Levani Botia
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Levani Botia did not go to high school as he left school after finishing class eight to focus on his rugby career.
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Levani Botia left for Suva after a few years and there he played for the Suva development side before playing for City Eagles.
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Levani Botia was spotted one day by former Fiji 7's coach and legend, Waisale Serevi who included him in the sevens team to the 2011 Pacific Games.
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Levani Botia played in the Digicel Cup for his province, Namosi and he even took his side to the semi-final in 2013.
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Levani Botia even captained the national 7's team in a few tournaments.
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Levani Botia made his International debut for the Fiji 15's team against Portugal during the 2013 end-of-year rugby union internationals and he scored a try on debut.
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Levani Botia then played again for Fiji a week later against the Barbarians, a centennial match for Fiji to celebrate 100 years of rugby in Fiji.
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Levani Botia then joined the team a year later when they played France starting at inside centre.
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Levani Botia set up one of the tries of the year when he regathered a kick and set off on one of his trademark runs and then bumped off 2 Tongan players to set up a try for Henry Seniloli.
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Levani Botia was included in the final 31-member squad to the 2015 Rugby World Cup.
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Levani Botia is known for his trademark runs and strong tackles and tackle busts.