South African rugby sevens legend Branco du Preez is the latest international star confirmed for the McDonald’s Mike Friday Select 7s squad ahead of the 2027 McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s.

Du Preez joins compatriot and former Blitzboks teammate Justin Geduld and French sevens maestro Terry Bouhraoua in the invitational team for the tournament scheduled from January 14-16 at Lawaqa Park in Sigatoka.

A Commonwealth Games gold medallist and World Rugby Sevens Series champion, Du Preez brings vast international experience, speed and attacking brilliance to the side.

His reunion with Geduld is expected to strengthen the team’s attacking combinations as they prepare for another campaign under renowned coach Mike Friday.

The Select 7s will be determined to go one step further after finishing runners-up in 2025 before reaching the semi-finals in 2026.

The 2027 tournament will mark their third consecutive appearance, with the team targeting its maiden Coral Coast title.

Organisers say more international players will be announced in the coming days as Friday continues to assemble his squad.

The 15th edition of the Coral Coast Fiji 7s will feature three days of competition, with free entry for spectators throughout the tournament