Fijian rugby pro, 26, dies of suspected heat stroke after training
Fijian rugby player Saimoni Vunilagi, 26, dies after suffering from suspected heat stroke following a training session in Japan.
Fijian rugby player Saimoni Vunilagi, 26, passed away from suspected heat stroke following a training session with Kyushu KV in Japan. Vunilagi exhibited severe heat stroke symptoms on Monday and was hospitalized, ultimately succumbing to his condition on Friday. Kyushu KV, the Japanese second-division club, announced his death on Saturday.
The team disclosed that Vunilagi fell ill on Monday after a practice session, and despite medical intervention, he tragically succumbed to his ailment. Kyushu KV, based in Fukuoka, Japan, recorded temperatures of approximately 35C on Monday. The club, which Vunilagi joined last month from Tokyo Sungoliath, expressed deep sorrow and extended condolences to his grieving family.
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