Rights Mkhari: 'We will fight for each other till the very last minute'
Springboks Women's Sevens forward Rights Mkhari is refusing to be daunted by the bright lights and global backdrop of the HSBC SVN…
Ian Cameron
01 Dec, 14:45
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Springboks Women's Sevens name 4 uncapped players for Dubai SVNS
Springbok Women’s Sevens head coach Renfred Dazel has named a 13-player squad for the HSBC SVNS series opener in Dubai, featurin…
Ian Cameron
01 Dec, 13:51
Australia confirm teams for Dubai SVNS
Australia have named both their men's and women's sides for the Dubai SVNS, with three fresh faces set to make their first appeara…
Ian Cameron
01 Dec, 13:24
All Blacks Sevens lose Sam Dickson for Dubai and Cape Town
In a major blow to the All Blacks Sevens ahead of their SVNS Series opener in Dubai this weekend, veteran Sam Dickson has been wit…
Finn Morton
30 Nov, 22:01
Perry Baker missing as veteran returns to lead USA SVNS
Ben Pinkelman has been handed the captaincy of the USA Eagles as they launch their HBSC SVNS campaign in Dubai
Chris Jones
30 Nov, 1:36
OPINION
The names you need to know: 7 players to watch in women's SVNS 2023/24
There are genuine superstars on the SVNS circuit who will need to rise up and shine in 2023/24.
Finn Morton
29 Nov, 16:54
Australia name world-class women’s and men’s squads for Dubai SVNS
The Australian women’s and men’s teams have arrived in Dubai ahead of the first event this weekend.
Finn Morton
29 Nov, 11:08
OPINION
The names you need to know: 7 players to watch in men’s SVNS 2023/24
Whether you’re new to sevens or a seasoned fan, here are just some names that you need to remember before, during and after SVNS…
Finn Morton
29 Nov, 6:18
INTERVIEW
One look from selectors took trainee sparkie Rokolisoa to Sevens stardom
The dazzling All Blacks Sevens playmaker was the leading points scorer in the HSBC World Sevens Series last season with 415 points…
Adam Julian
29 Nov, 5:00
INTERVIEW
'Look, it’s a unique job, unbelievable... I’ll miss it when it goes'
Jack Kelly is living the rugby dream, jetting into Dubai this week with James Topping’s Ireland sevens team for the start of an …
Liam Heagney
28 Nov, 19:08
ANALYSIS
SVNS 2024: Previews of all 12 women's teams
The 2024 Sevens (or SVNS as it’s now known), season will see the women’s teams play a record eight rounds and, for the first t…
Rikki Swannell
28 Nov, 17:32
INTERVIEW
‘It’s a weird story’: Dietrich Roache’s ‘surprising’ SVNS fairytale
Dietrich Roache’s ascent to Australian sevens stardom is an oddly relatable, candid and passionate tale that certainly has the m…
Finn Morton
28 Nov, 8:08
Fiji veteran could miss triple Olympic gold bid after being axed
Double Olympic Games gold medallist Jerry Tuwai has been left out of the Fiji sevens squad for the opening rounds of the 2023-2024…
Chris Jones
27 Nov, 18:24
INTERVIEW
From AFLW draftee to Olympics hopeful: Teagan Levi’s rise to SVNS stardom
Teagan and Maddison Levi would’ve been two of the most in-demand athletes in sporting-mad Australia.
Finn Morton
27 Nov, 11:13
INTERVIEW
'Our vision is to grow around the rugby a full festival element'
Sam Pinder can’t wait to see sevens go next level from next weekend. For 13 years the ex-Scotland scrum-half was involved in the…
Liam Heagney
26 Nov, 19:30
INTERVIEW
‘We can’t play like Fiji, we haven’t got that sort of personnel'
James Topping laughed heartily the other day when RugbyPass suggested to him that Johnny Sexton was at a loose end and could perha…
Liam Heagney
26 Nov, 17:00
‘We can match it’: Australia star names the teams to beat in SVNS 2023/24
With the new-look SVNS series getting underway early next month, the opportunity to embark on a life-altering quest awaits the 12 …
Finn Morton
26 Nov, 11:45
‘Reopened a wound’: Michael Hooper reveals ‘doubt’ after sevens switch
As the new kid on the rugby sevens block, former Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has opened up about the “doubt” that’s see…
Finn Morton
26 Nov, 6:36
INTERVIEW
The 'give it a crack' Terry Kennedy warning for Ireland's SVNS rivals
Watch out Dubai. Terry Kennedy is back and in mischievous form after a short break from the sevens circuit where he was so clinica…
Liam Heagney
25 Nov, 17:21
Blitzboks name experienced squad for Dubai SVNS
South Africa Sevens head coach Sandile Ngcobo has named an experienced squad for the first leg of the new HSBC SVNS Series in Duba…
Josh Raisey
24 Nov, 18:38
World Rugby announce exciting HSBC Sevens Challenger 2024 schedule
Three rounds will take place over three continents between January and May with the top four teams set to qualify for the high-sta…
Grant Constable
22 Nov, 20:40
INTERVIEW
Antoine Dupont breaks silence on his Olympic Games sevens dream
Antoine Dupont could not avoid on Monday night being asked about his forthcoming commitment with the France sevens team as he bids…
Willy Billiard
21 Nov, 18:26
The 'challenge of the game of sevens' reality check for Olympic hopefuls
The Olympic dream has enticed two of rugby's biggest names to step away from their familiar 15-man code and pursue SVNS and Olympi…
Ned Lester
21 Nov, 11:00
All Blacks Sevens react to drawing 'pool of death' in Dubai
SVNS season is fast approaching and training is ramping up for the All Black sevens squad, with eyes on a revamped inaugural title…
Ned Lester
21 Nov, 5:43
Double delight as Japan's men and women qualify for 2024 Olympics
A thrilling end to the Asia Rugby regional qualification tournaments sees both host nation teams secure their tickets to the Olymp…
Jon Newcombe
19 Nov, 19:05
Ireland name their 2023/24 men’s and women’s sevens squads
James Topping and Allan Temple-Jones have named their respective men’s and women’s sevens squads for the 2023/24 season which …
Liam Heagney
17 Nov, 20:13
Excitement in Osaka as teams ready for Asian qualifier for 2024 Olympics
Following Samoa's men and Fiji's women qualifying for Paris 2024 in the latest round of Olympic Sevens qualification in Brisbane l…
Grant Constable
16 Nov, 23:15
INTERVIEW
‘Being the best I can’: Bienne Terita’s rapid rise to ‘world-class’ status
The rapid rise of Bienne Terita in the 15-player game was eye-catching, enthralling and simply a lot of fun.
Finn Morton
16 Nov, 9:13
INTERVIEW
‘Can’t give them an excuse’: What academy heartbreak taught Aussie 7s prodigy
Dally Bird’s ascent from the depths of disappointment to the heights of the Australian Sevens team is a tale of resilience, dete…
Finn Morton
14 Nov, 13:29
Unbeaten Australia claim gold at Oceania Sevens
Former Wallaby Lote Tuqiri has described Maddison Levi as a "weapon" after she led Australia to title glory at the Oceania 7s in B…
AAP
13 Nov, 4:43
History at Oceania Sevens as Samoa and Fiji book their tickets to Paris 2024
Samoa and Fiji have booked their tickets to Paris 2024 after winning their respective Olympic qualifying finals at the Oceania Sev…
Finn Morton
12 Nov, 14:51
INTERVIEW
Olympics-bound Aussies still have plenty to ‘prove’ at Oceania Sevens
Having already secured their spot at Paris 2024, the Australian women's and men's teams have an opportunity to "prove" themselves …
Finn Morton
09 Nov, 11:47
Star-studded New Zealand teams named for Oceania Sevens
SVNS icons Jorja Miller, Tim Mikkelson, Shiray Kaka and Sam Dickson will light up Brisbane’s iconic Ballymore Stadium at the Oce…
Finn Morton
09 Nov, 6:41
Olympic qualification on the line with 2023 Oceania Rugby Sevens Championship
Brisbane's Ballymore Stadium is all set to host the 2023 edition of the annual Oceania Rugby Sevens Championship on 10-12 November…
Grant Constable
08 Nov, 16:37
Revamped HSBC SVNS 2024 ready for kick-off in Dubai
Following the thrilling conclusion of Rugby World Cup 2023 attention now turns to the first event of the revamped and rebranded HS…
RugbyPass
07 Nov, 18:46
Tickets on sale now for bigger, bolder HSBC SVNS LAX 2024
Ticket details have been announced for the fifth round of HSBC SVNS 2024 in Los Angeles
RugbyPass
04 Nov, 1:08
Tickets for HSBC SVNS Perth go on sale now
Tickets go on sale today for the inaugural HSBC SVNS series in Perth as Western Australia welcomes the world's best sevens rugby p…
RugbyPass
27 Oct, 15:00
Live blog: Sevens Challenger Series – day three
RugbyPass is live from Stellenbosch for the third and final day of the second and final leg of the 2023 Challenger Series. Saturda…
Liam Heagney
30 Apr, 14:03
World Rugby statement: Madrid Grand Final
Madrid will host the Grand Final of the reimagined World Rugby Sevens Series for three years from the 2023-24 season, World Rugby …
Liam Heagney
21 Mar, 19:37
South Africa's Sevens Series title in jeopardy after early LA exit
Blitzboks head coach Neil Powell hammered his side’s defensive display after they were comfortably knocked out of the HSBC LA Se…
Stefan Frost
28 Aug, 20:24
'This is the worst performance by the team since I took over, no doubt'
Blitzbok coach Neil Powell has vented his frustrations after his side crashed out of the HSBC France Sevens tournament in Toulouse…
Ian Cameron
23 May, 17:38
How Nigel Owens would have reffed farcical Sevens try that's gone viral
Retired referee Nigel Owens has spoken out about the controversial try at the Toulouse Sevens in France which has blown up online,…
Ian Cameron
23 May, 0:47
Australian women's side off to a flying start at Dubai Sevens
Australia's rugby women have maintained their brilliant form to again look like the team to beat in the latest world series Dubai …
AAP
04 Dec, 4:57
South Africa send out warning to HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series rivals
South Africa sent a warning to their men's HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series competitors by storming to an eighth Emirates Dubai 7s t…
Kim Ekin
28 Nov, 5:34
Report: NZ Olympic sevens star close to signing with NRL club
The All Blacks Sevens look set to lose one of their key players to rugby league with powerhouse NRL club Melbourne Storm circling …
Sam Smith
03 Nov, 11:45
'I'd definitely do it again': Rieko Ioane keen for second Olympics
All Blacks star Rieko Ioane says he would "definitely" be keen on playing at the Olympics again after witnessing the most recent e…
Sam Smith
09 Aug, 11:48
'My GPS blew up': Black Ferns Sevens star's viral Olympics interview
Black Ferns Sevens star Ruby Tui is the latest viral sensation to come out of the Tokyo Olympics following a captivating post-matc…
Sam Smith
31 Jul, 9:42
New Zealand and Fiji qualify for gold medal match at Tokyo Olympics
Fiji will have to defeat New Zealand if they are to defend their Olympic gold medal after both teams qualified for the Tokyo Olymp…
Alex McLeod
28 Jul, 11:06
Fiji survive scare, Kerevi impresses in opening Olympics session
Fiji have survived a scare from Japan while ex-Wallabies midfielder Samu Kerevi has impressed in the opening sevens session at the…
Alex McLeod
26 Jul, 11:33
Fiji name squad to defend the Olympic Games sevens gold medal in Tokyo
Gareth Baber, the Fiji Sevens head coach, has included Bristol’s Semi Radradra, Pau’s Aminiasi Tuimaba and Castres-based Filim…
Chris Jones
04 Jul, 21:15
Ex-Wallabies star Samu Kerevi named in Australian Olympic sevens squad
Former Wallabies star Samu Kerevi has been named in Australia's 12-man sevens squad to compete at the Tokyo Olympics later this mo…
Alex McLeod
03 Jul, 7:38
Caleb Clarke named in extended All Blacks Sevens squad as Olympics deadline looms
Caleb Clarke's pursuit for Olympic glory has received a boost as he has been named in an extended All Blacks Sevens squad to play …
Alex McLeod
16 Jun, 5:40
Gamble of a lifetime
By focusing on the Olympics, Caleb Clarke is putting his spot in the All Blacks pecking order at risk.
Gregor Paul
29 May, 6:58
It isn't just Australia's Super teams that are getting swept by NZ
The Australian men's and women's rugby sevens teams have suffered heavy series defeats to New Zealand in a warm-up event for the T…
AAP
23 May, 16:53
NFL star and three-time Super Bowl winner re-joins USA Sevens side ahead of Tokyo Olympics
An NFL star and 2016 Rio Olympian has re-joined the USA Sevens side following a five-year absence from rugby ahead of this year's …
Online Editors
16 Mar, 6:53
Annus mirabilis
He started the year a hopeful sevens player but Caleb Clarke ended 2020 as a global superstar.
Tom Vinicombe
05 Jan, 6:35
Perfect prototype
Caleb Clarke may be 110kg of destructive power, but he’s no one-trick pony.
Tom Vinicombe
05 Nov, 6:40
Video - The first 5-point rugby conversion has been kicked
The first five-point conversion has been kicked in rugby union and it's happened at the inaugural Bermuda World Tens tournament.
Ian Cameron
26 Oct, 0:54
Report: England scrap Sevens programme
England’s Rugby Football Union (RFU) will drop its sevens programme as it tries to cope with the financial impact of COVID-19 , …
Online Editors
07 Aug, 17:11
'A big boost': Fiji Sevens co-captain backs potential home World Sevens Series tournament
The prospect of hosting a Sevens World Series tournament in Fiji would be “a big boost” for the country, according a to rising…
Alex McLeod
16 Jun, 12:18
Former Kenyan Sevens star Allan Makaka dead at 37
Former Kenyan Sevens star Allan Makaka has died following a road traffic accident, the Kenyan Rugby Union have confirmed.
Online Editors
23 May, 20:00
Sevens coaching legend Sir Gordon Tietjens quits role as Samoa boss due to COVID-19 uncertainty
Legendary sevens coach Sir Gordon Tietjens has stepped down from his role as head coach of the Samoa sevens side after little more…
Online Editors
19 May, 14:13
World Rugby announce a raft of tournament cancellations
Bill Beaumont said: "Taking the appropriate measures that mitigate the spread of covid-19 coronavirus in line with government and …
Online Editors
20 Mar, 22:20
This summer's London and Paris sevens set to be sacked off
World Rugby are expected to announce next week that the London and Paris legs of HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series are to join a grow…
Chris Jones
18 Mar, 19:30
Rugby Australia confirm coronavirus test results for two of its sevens team members
Rugby Australia have confirmed the test results of two if its sevens team members after they showed symptoms of coronavirus.
Online Editors
18 Mar, 9:43
All Blacks Sevens suspend training to wait on coronavirus test results of Australian players
The All Blacks Sevens have suspended team training as they wait on the results of two Australian team members being tested for cor…
Online Editors
17 Mar, 8:12
Australian sevens coach admits coronavirus is hurting Olympic hopefuls' selection chances
The door is slowly closing for Tokyo Olympic hopefuls as the postponement of matches due to the coronavirus continues.
Online Editors
10 Mar, 7:07
South Africa secure miracle comeback victory against Fiji in extra-time final to claim Los Angeles Sevens title
South Africa have snatched victory out of the jaws of defeat in a colossal extra-time final clash against Fiji to claim the Los An…
Online Editors
02 Mar, 9:52
Coronavirus hits second World Series Sevens tournament
World Rugby is rescheduling two rounds of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series including the Hong Kong sevens due to the spread of c…
Online Editors
13 Feb, 17:54
Sevens World Series leaders dumped out of Hamilton after double-upset
Changes to the latest leg of the Sevens World Series has led to a disastrous result for South Africa, who entered the tournament s…
Tom Vinicombe
26 Jan, 8:46
Fiji in line to host World Sevens Series tournament as new city to host New Zealand event in 2021
New Zealand will remain a stop on the Sevens World Series for at least the next three years as hosting options in Fiji continue to…
Online Editors
25 Jan, 11:13
All Blacks Sevens and Blitzboks out to maintain dominance at Hamilton Sevens with Olympics on horizon
As we near kick-off for the Tokyo Olympics, the stakes are rising as the World Sevens Series enters its third round in Hamilton th…
Alex McLeod
22 Jan, 13:39
The New Zealand Sevens team just can't resist getting naked in front of one another
The New Zealand Rugby Sevens team claimed some more silverware for the trophy case with a Cape Town sevens win over South Africa -…
Online Editors
18 Dec, 4:14
Outrage as 11-year-old boy is told he is too big to play in New South Wales sevens tournament
The Sydney Junior Rugby Union has defended its decision to prevent an 11-year-old boy from competing in a sevens tournament in New…
Online Editors
27 Nov, 10:07
Springboks World Cup hero Cheslin Kolbe wants to cap off trophy-laden season with one more major accolade
Springboks star Cheslin Kolbe has identified the title he wants to add to his trophy cabinet alongside the Top 14, Rugby Champions…
Online Editors
26 Nov, 12:51
Wallabies youngster Jack Maddocks puts international ambitions on hold in pursuit of Olympic gold
Emerging Wallaby Jack Maddocks will put his test rugby career on hold as he chases Olympic glory with the Australian Sevens team.
Online Editors
26 Nov, 9:29
'I've never seen an athlete with those genetics': Schoolboy sprint star impresses New Zealand Rugby officials at national sevens trial
Schoolboy sprint star Edward Osei-Nketia has left New Zealand Rugby bosses in awe during his first venture into rugby sevens at th…
Alex McLeod
22 Nov, 11:24
The successes keep coming for South Africa with Cape Town set to host the 2022 Sevens World Cup
South Africa will host Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 after the World Rugby Council awarded the hosting rights for the premier tourna…
Online Editors
29 Oct, 13:13
Schoolboy sprint sensation Edward Osei-Nketia named in NZ sevens talent identification camp
New Zealand teenage sprint star Edward Osei-Nketia has taken a step closer to realising a potential career in rugby just weeks aft…
Alex McLeod
23 Oct, 13:05
Australia have just given their Toyko Olympics chances a Rocket boost
Rod Davies has been causing a stir with Western Force despite their Super Rugby exclusion and it has earned him a shot at the Olym…
Online Editors
30 Jul, 17:11
'He is always ready to do the rubbish work himself' - Baber hails his Fijian sevens skipper
Fiji gambled at the Hong Kong Sevens by blooding a host of new players, but the punt paid off royally thanks to Paula Dranisinukul…
Online Editors
12 Apr, 3:26
'Two phases later I was knocked out - the next memory is at the hospital'
This is a massive year for sevens with the top four teams at the end of the HSBC Sevens Series automatically qualifying for the 20…
Perry Baker
30 Nov, 1:55
Black Ferns shut out Aussies in record-breaking final
The Black Ferns have delivered a stunning final performance to secure their second consecutive first-place finish on the HSBC Seve…
Online Editors
14 May, 10:10
Fly like an Eagle: World Cup brings USA Sevens full circle
When the USA Eagles march on to the field at San Francisco’s AT&T Park in July, they will be representing more than the stars an…
Sam Warlow
19 Apr, 7:55
Watch: Best of Condor 7s - Lemeki Namoa
This week we’re showcasing the best of the Condor 7s, the New Zealand secondary schools national Sevens competition. Next up, …
Online Editors
14 Dec, 11:52
All Blacks Sevens win first title in almost two years
The All Blacks Sevens have tasted success for the first time since March 2016, beating Argentina 38-14 in the cup final at the Cap…
Online Editors
11 Dec, 2:55
What’s in a name? That other All Black team that isn’t very good
It’s more than a little galling to watch a team called the All Blacks get beaten 22-0 by the United States - but that's what hap…
Jamie Wall
10 Dec, 7:27
Watch: The beauty of Sevens from the sky
The nature of the Sevens game can be appreciated much more from the sky, where you can see just how difficult it is to contain pla…
RugbyPass
04 Dec, 6:05
‘Champions of Champions’ to become Rugby Sevens’ richest tournament.
Shanghai is set to play host to an all-star rugby sevens tournament in October of this year. The top eight teams from last season…
Fred Culazzo
18 Jul, 15:41
Former Fiji sevens coach Ryan immortalised in currency
Ben Ryan received the Companion of the Order of Fiji last year after the country's Olympic sevens triumph. He now features on a 50…
Christopher Devine
21 Apr, 0:27
Lucky Number Sevens: The link Between the Hong Kong Sevens and Chinese Rugby
?Much has been made of Alibaba’s USD100 million-dollar pledge to invest in domestic Chinese rugby. If the investment comes to fr…
Connor Frankhouser
23 Mar, 16:15
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