The six competing nations are visiting Bendigo schools on their days off from the tournament to promote cricket and their culture.

Fiji players visited Epsom Primary School on Tuesday for a cricket clinic.

The students had a ball playing games and learning skills with international cricketers.

Towering fast bowler Viliame Manakitoga was clearly the favourite Fijian for the Epsom students.

Melbourne Renegades Big Bash League mascot Sledge was also  popular with the young cricket fans.

The school visits will continue when the teams have another rest day on on Friday. Vanuatu and Japan players will make the trip to Big Hill and Lockwood respectively, Indonesian team members will attend Holy Rosary Primary School and the Philippines will visit St Peter’s Primary School.