MILAN: Tonga coach Tutai Kefu on Wednesday announced his starting XV for the November test against Italy in Padova.
Italy welcome the south Pacific islanders on Saturday a week after making history by beating South Africa for the first time in 13 attempts.
A week earlier, Italy suffered a 68-10 defeat to a New Zealand All Blacks' B team in Rome in what was Azzurri coach Conor O'Shea's first home game in charge.
Italy have played Tonga four times, winning three and losing once.
Tonga have arrived in Italy fresh from a 28-13 win over Spain in Madrid.
Tonga team to face Italy in an international test at Padova on Saturday (kick-off: 1400 GMT)
David Halaifonua; Nafi Tu'Itavake, Siale Piutau (capt), Latiume Fosita, Fetu'u Vainikolo; Kali Hala, Sonatane Takulua; Tevita Koloamatangi, Jack Ram, Dan Faleafa; Jon Tu'Ineau, Steve Mafi; Siua Halanukonuka, Paula Ngauamo, Tevita Mailau
Replacements: Elvis Taione, Paea Fa'Anunu, Sila Puafisi, Valentino Mapapalangi, Kotoni Ale, Tomasi Palu, Tevita Taufui, Cooper Vuna
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