The Army 15's rugby coaching staff has opted for a mixture of young and experienced players in their starting line-up to this afternoon's Sukuna Bowl showdown.

Last night the side named Flying Fijian loose-head prop Alefoso Yalayalatabua as Captain, with openside flanker Dale Tonawai and fullback Manasa Nasilivata as his assistant.

Some key players from the Northland team are in the team like Sireli Ledua, Joe Dakuitoga, Benedito Rokobaleni, Ilitomasi Nawalu, Aisea Katonibau and Atu Vodovodo.

They will rely on Iliavi Satala, Tonawai and Mosese Vasuitoga to provide the leadership in the game.

Manager Commander Francis Kean has made their intention known that they want to end their 4 year losing drought in the Sukuna Bowl.

The Army and Police team Sukuna Bowl match will kick-off at 4pm and a live commentary can be heard on our sister station Viti FM.