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Former Fiji fly-half Nicky Little speaks to Sky Sports about Mako Vunipola, forwards and playing at Twickenham

Fiji legend Nicky Little is hoping to see rising star Mako Vunipola make his England debut in Saturday's QBE International at Twickenham.

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Although just 21, Vunipola has already caught the eye with a series of impressive displays - and is pushing hard for a first international cap. But Little would love to see Fiji producing more players like Vunipola themselves. While, as you expect from a side that has the nickname 'the Flying Fijians', finding pacy backs has never been an issue, the 36-year-old admits the pack is their Achilles heel. "We never have any problems producing quality wingers, we just need to start producing front rowers and having a quality structure in place," he said. "It is the same problem that doesn't seem to get answered. "I have thought long and hard about it and I end up going around in circles. We need some forward structure to build on." Having lost all their previous encounters against England - three friendlies and four official Tests - Fiji face a big ask to upset the odds. However Little believes that the squad can make the most of the occasion as they have no pressure on them. He added: "It will be a big task for England! In truth, though, we are under no illusions. We can go out and enjoy it. Twickenham is a great place to play. It will be a big lift for us and a big challenge too." Nicky Little was speaking at the launch of the QBE Internationals. QBE, the business insurance specialist, is proud to sponsor the QBE Internationals and be Official Insurance Partner of England Rugby. For more information visit www.QBERugby.com

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