Fiji defeated New Zealand 32-14 in the Cup final of the 2012 Gold Coast Sevens to successfully defend the title they won in 2011 and claim the first Cup of the new HSBC Sevens World Series. In a repeat of the 2011 final Fiji once again proved too strong for the All Black Sevens at […]
HSBC Rugby legends Jason Robinson, George Gregan and IRB Hall of Fame inductee Gordon Tietjens agree that the success of the London 2012 Olympics has pushed even greater focus on the sport of International Rugby Sevens. Speaking ahead of the start of the 2012/13 HSBC Sevens World Series that begins this weekend with Australia’s Gold […]
Promotion/relegation from core team status comes into effect – Hong Kong to host world rugby’s regional winners at exciting pre-qualifier – London to act as Series climax and core team qualifying final – New structure underscores commitment to maximising Olympic opportunity The International Rugby Board has announced details of the exciting new qualification pathway into […]
New IRB Chief Executive Brett Gosper (right) made the draw for the Gold Coast Sevens alongside IRB Sevens Manager Beth Coalter (centre) and adjudicator, Head of Rugby World Cup Kit McConnell (left) – Gold Coast hosts Australia to play defending champions Fiji at Skilled Park – Boost for fans as Gold Coast Sevens – Fever […]
The International Rugby Board can confirm that the Unión Argentina de Rugby (UAR) has reluctantly postponed hosting its round of the 2012/13 HSBC Sevens World Series. The decision follows a review of all operational requirements by the Union taken in full consultation with all stakeholders. The UAR will now focus on ensuring the delivery of […]
The IRB has announced the match official appointments for the upcoming HSBC Sevens World Series, which kicks off on Australia’s Gold Coast on October 13-14 and adds a new venue in La Plata, Argentina. In total, 15 Member Unions are represented among the panel of referees for the 10-leg Series while two – New Zealand’s […]
LONDON SEVENS, FINAL ROUND OF THE HSBC SEVENS WORLD SERIES England Sevens players John Brake and Mat Turner were joined today by fellow HSBC Sevens World Series challengers and fierce rivals France in the shape of Jean Baptiste Belanger and Paul Albaladejo, to enjoy an exclusive tennis lesson from former British junior number one Hannah […]
Gimme sunshine, sevens and coffee!! Oh the life of an international sevens player, great times, great rugby and great climates! Check out the excerpt below sponsored by HSBC 7s of players getting some coffee making lessons in Wellington as the HSBC 7s tour hits New Zealand. Chris Craknell & Tom Powell England v Colin Gregor […]