Cook Island Coach, Karmichael Hunt has stated that they are really excited to be here in the country and are looking forward to taking on the PNG Kumuls this weekend. Hunt said the Cook Island team has been working hard in training all week and are looking to maintain that energy, heading into the match. "We got a few boys that missed the trip, but this opens up an opportunity for guys that have played at this level to put a jersey on.” “We know that the team we select on Sunday will do us proud." He said they will prepare to face the Kumuls, knowing that the are a very strong team and play hard. It will be a tough challenge, but it is one that they are willing to take on. As coach, Hunt said this is an opportunity for him to get the boys to gel together and also for him to get to know them. "Its about coming together and setting themselves up and giving an opportunity for the guys to get in some experience against a quality side." On his second trip back, Kuki's Captain Brad Takairangi said it was great to back here in PNG and is looking forward to the match up with a new look Kuki side. "We're a totally different side.” “Zane and I are the only senior players in the team and it's a good experience for our young boys to come over and get a feel for the PNG way of Life." Takairangi siad the Kuki's are aware of the calibre of footy that the Kumuls play and are quietly confident in what they can do. The Kuki's will face the Kumuls at the Santos National Football Stadium this Sunday at 3pm.