Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy (AREST): A Gateway for Emerging Nations
In a bid to expand the game and provide competitive platforms for developing nations, Asia Rugby will also launch the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy, as a sub-regional competition that embodies the Council’s mandate from its end-of-year meeting in Thailand.
The Trophy will unfold across two stunning new locations:
Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy
• Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (11–12 October): The first-ever international rugby tournament in the Mongolian capital, featuring East, South, and Southeast Asian teams. Rugby has seen steady domestic growth in Mongolia, and this event marks a historic step forward.
Dashdendev Gansukh (Austin), MRFU President, said,
It is a moment of immense pride for Mongolia to host its first-ever international rugby tournament. Rugby has been growing steadily at the grassroots level in our country, and bringing the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy to Ulaanbaatar is a historic milestone. This event will inspire our youth, strengthen regional ties, and showcase Mongolia’s unique hospitality and passion for sport to the wider rugby world.”
• Muscat, Oman (25–26 October): A vibrant return of international rugby to the West and Central Asian region. Backed by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, this leg will be played at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex, showcasing Omani hospitality and world-class facilities.
Nabil Al Busaidi, Chairman of Oman Rugby, stated:
“We are thrilled to learn that Oman Rugby has been awarded the hosting rights for the prestigious Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy – Central and West Asia region! This marks a monumental milestone for rugby in the Sultanate and the wider region, as we proudly welcome up to 20 international teams to compete at the highest level of sevens rugby.”
