The Indian women have received a lot of publicity over the past year, and this year’s Asia Women’s Rugby Championship Division 1 gives them another opportunity to compete on the global stage. Having competed in their first-ever 15s internationals in 2018, 12 months later they are in the ...
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Philippines gearing up for historic women’s competition
The Philippines host this year’s Asia Rugby Women’s Championship Division I and they are looking forward to putting on a strong performance in front of their home crowd. With their male compatriots having claimed a second successive men’s Division I title, this is an opportunity to showcase how ...
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 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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Bangladesh RFU become full member of Asia Rugby
Asia Rugby EXCO and Council have approved and confirmed Bangladesh Rugby Football Union to become a full member of Asia Rugby. Having been an associate member since 7 December 2014, they are now promoted to full member status and continue on their pathway to becoming a member of World ...
Division I set for competitive action in Taipei
Singapore, Sri Lanka, Chinese Taipei and the Philippines will all compete for this year’s Asia Rugby Championship Division 1 title. On 29 May Sri Lanka will face the Philippines while hosts Chinese Taipei take on Singapore. Fixtures and Results >>>>>> #ARC2019D1 The ...
Hong Kong women aim for second successive Women’s Rugby World Cup
Having made history by qualifying for the 2017 Women’s Rugby World Cup, Hong Kong are on the hunt for a second successive appearance in the showpiece tournament. They will attempt to qualify for the tournament next year and as they prepare for that, they are currently gaining valuable experience ...