The Digicel Suva International 7s will give 7s rugby fans a chance to witness some of the prominent players and coaches who once ruled the 7s rugby scene.

Coaches we have for the Fiji Barbarians 7s team, Iliesa Tanivula, PNG has the services of 7s maestro Waisale Serevi, Wardens will use former Fiji 7s coach Josateki Savou, the "Black Pearl" Manasa Bari is assisting the Police Blue team, while USA will be led by Al Carvelli who has led the Canadians in some of their upset wins against Fiji.

USA has also named a side that has been playing in the IRB 7s series while Fiji and Samoa remain favourites as they have a strong side coming into the tournament.

Tanivula will use Jerry Burotu, Pio Tuwai, Setefano Cakau, Emosi Vucago, William Ryder, Osea Kolinisau and Nasoni Roko in their lineup.

Samoa will be led by the veteran Uale Mai while Manawatu has the likes of Nigel Hunt.

The Digicel Suva International 7s kicks off on Thursday at 4.40pm with PNG taking on the Wardens at the TFL stadium.