Rugby sevens’ Olympic qualification pathway for Tokyo 2020 has today been confirmed by the International Olympic Committee and World Rugby. Twelve teams will compete for medals in both the men's and women's rugby sevens competitions from 27 July-1 August at Tokyo Stadium. Japan’s men’s and ...
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Japan strike gold in enthralling Asia Rugby Sevens Series
Japan won the first round of the Asia Rugby Sevens Series beating hosts Hong Kong in the final. In an enthralling 14-minute encounter it was Japan who got off to a flying start with a try by Kameli Soejima. Jose Seru double their lead which proved too much for a Hong Kong, with Japan ...
Japan claim women’s title in Hong Kong showdown
Japan stole the show once more in the Asia Rugby Women's Sevens Series, beating China in a thrilling final in Hong Kong. Having won gold at the recent Asian Games, they trailed China 7-0 but tries from captain Chiharu Nakamura, her sixth of the tournament, and Raichelmiyo Bativakalolo ensured ...
Hong Kong impress as hosts of opening Asia Rugby Sevens Series event
Japan, the Philippines and hosts Hong Kong won both of their two pool matches on day one of the Asia Rugby Sevens Series. Asia Rugby Sevens Series event >>Fixtures And Results Page This weekend’s event is the first of three rounds in this year’s competition for both the men and the women ...
Final squads announced for Asia Rugby Sevens Series curtain raiser in Hong Kong
The final squads for this weekend’s Asia Rugby men’s and women’s sevens series have been confirmed. Off the back of winning gold at the recent Asian Games both Hong Kong and Japan women name strong sides to compete in the tournament. ASIA RUGBY SEVENS SERIES FIXTURES >> 10 of the side to ...
Thailand relishing sevens competition with Asia’s elite
Thailand women's sevens team were perhaps the surprise package at the recent Asian Games. Despite not winning a medal, they beat Hong Kong to reach the Cup semi-finals before losing to China 29-5. In the bronze medal match they lost 29-7 to Kazakhstan but their performances impressed many ...
Sri Lanka aim for historic Asia Rugby Sevens Series victory
Sri Lanka Sevens Team, Surdarshana Muthuthanthri believes a first-ever Cup win on the Asia Rugby Sevens Series is not far away. Having finished fourth in the recent Asian Games the Tuskers know they will be there or there about in this year’s Asia Rugby Sevens Series. But they will not be ...
Singapore in the spotlight on Asia Rugby Women’s Sevens Series
After their performance in the Asian Games, Singapore women continue their development with three Asia Rugby Women's Sevens Series events. The Hong Kong Sevens begins this weekend and Singapore are one of eight women’s teams competing not only for the individual and overall titles, but also for a ...
Asia Rugby Sevens Series to be streamed live
This year’s Asia Rugby Sevens Series will be streamed live on Asia Rugby’s Facebook page. With both the men’s and women’s events starting this weekend in Hong Kong there is a buzz around the sport following the recent Asian Games where Japan women and Hong Kong men made history. There are ...
Rodden and Kawasaki appointed for another year on the WR 7s Series Match Officials Panels
Asia Rugby top match officials Matt Rodden (HKRU) and Sakurako Kawasaki (JRFU) were appointed for another year on the WR 7s Series Match Officials Panels. The Two referees were also appointed to the panel of referees that officiated at the very successful World Rugby Sevens World Cup 2018 which ...