South African rugby sevens star Justin Geduld has been confirmed as the latest international signing for the McDonald’s Mike Friday Select 7s ahead of the 2027 McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s. The tournament will be held at Lawaqa Park in Sigatoka from January 14-16, with Geduld joining French rugby sevens legend Terry Bouhraoua in the invitational side. A celebrated member of South Africa’s renowned Blitzboks programme, Geduld brings extensive international experience, playmaking ability and attacking flair to the Mike Friday-coached outfit.
Known for his vision, creativity, accurate passing and ability to create scoring opportunities, Geduld is expected to strengthen an already impressive combination. The Mike Friday Select 7s will be chasing their maiden Coral Coast title after finishing runners-up in 2025 and reaching the semi-finals in 2026.
Coach Mike Friday is assembling another strong international squad in a bid to go one step further in the tournament’s 15th edition. More international player announcements are expected in the coming days. The three-day tournament will bring together international stars and some of Fiji’s finest sevens players, with free entry for spectators throughout the competition. The Mike Friday Select 7s will be hoping Geduld’s experience and attacking qualities can help deliver the Coral Coast crown in January.
