Singapore women have named their squad for the upcoming Asia Rugby Women's Championship Division 1. Hosts the Philippines, India, China and Singapore are set to contest the tournament that was won by Singapore in 2018. Fixtures and Results >>>>>>> ARWC D1 This year's ...
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Rugby World Cup 2019 Mascots Ren-G call on rugby fans to ‘pass it back’ and help disadvantaged children in Asia
With 101 days to go until the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan, World Rugby and ChildFund are thrilled to announce that the world’s most famous and recognisable shishi – Ren-G – are lending their support as Ambassadors to ChildFund Pass It Back, a key component of Rugby World Cup 2019’s Impact Beyond ...
The Webb Ellis Cup arrives in Japan ahead of Rugby World Cup 2019
The iconic Webb Ellis Cup has landed in Tokyo to celebrate 100 days to go to Rugby World Cup 2019™ in Japan. The trophy, presented since the inaugural Rugby World Cup tournament in 1987, was transported on Emirates flight EK318 from Dubai to Tokyo, arriving to a champion’s welcome. Trophy tour ...
Hong Kong off to a perfect start in Men’s Championship title defence
Hong Kong impressively beat Korea 47-10 as they began their Asia Rugby Men’s Championship title defence in promising fashion. It was the perfect start to their campaign, with Korea suffering a defeat for the first time having beaten Malaysia twice before this match. The visitors to Incheon looked ...
Hong Kong title defence begins in Korea
Hong Kong will start their Asia Rugby Men’s Championship title defence this weekend as they visit Korea for round three of the tournament. Korea v Hong Kong With their hosts having recorded two bonus point victories over Malaysia in the opening two matches, Hong Kong will be out to get their own ...
Gender equality central to Philippines as Women’s Division I countdown continues
This year’s Asia Rugby Women’s Division I will be hosted by the Philippines. Having seen their men’s side lift the Division I title in Chinese Taipei on Saturday, the mood in camp will be buoyant, and a home tournament for the women will continue the momentum. Fixtures and Results ...
Chinese Taipei’s Hearts Touched With Home Tournament
Chinese Taipei may have lost both of their Asia Rugby Men’s Division I matches, but hosting the tournament generated great exposure for the side. Having been promoted from Division 2, Chinese Taipei put on an excellent event and a passionate crowd were treated to four thrilling ...
Title win accompanied by big rankings rise for the Philippines
After successfully defending their Asia Rugby Championship Division I title following a 29-21 win in a thrilling final against Singapore, the Philippines have jumped up 11 places in the World Rugby Rankings to an all-time high of 42nd - seven places higher than their previous best. Fixtures and ...
Asia Rugby brings competition naming structure into gender equity
Asia Rugby has announced a new individual naming structure for all of their tournaments to align them in gender equity. From 1 July 2019 onwards, each tournament will be specifically named either a Men’s or Women’s competition. The existing Asia Rugby Championship will now become the Asia ...
Japan relegated from World Rugby Sevens Series
Despite a 17-14 victory over France in their opening match of the HSBC Paris Sevens, Japan have been relegated as a core team from the series. It is a disappointing blow for the team as they look to continue their preparations for a home Olympic Games in 2020. Asia Rugby Qualifiers Having ...