Rugby News, Analysis, History, Schedule, Rumours
Fiji’s shock win over France was a triumph not only for Fiji but, for rugby as a whole. The Flying Fijians earned a first-ever victory over France at the Stade de France on Saturday night. Tries from Semi Radradra and Josua Tuisova secured Fiji Rugby a historic 14-21 victory. Won, despite French captain Guilhem Guirado going over for […] READ MORE
Treating the new venue of the New Zealand Sevens like ‘any other leg’ is the best attitude for the All Black Sevens team. Enjoy the local support, and play to the familiar conditions of course (as Australia did last weekend) but focus on the goal – the HSBC Sevens Series title Embracing the local venue […] READ MORE
In a commanding performance, Police shred Tavenui to claim the 2018 Mana Whey Fiji Coral Coast Sevens title. The long-established Police side, reversed last years results, and went on a rampage to ‘shred’ Tavenui 34-7 in the men’s Cup final. Defending champions Taveuni had no answer to the Police team. With tries galore, it was a […] READ MORE
In an unexpected development, the future of arguably the best sevens tournament in Australia, is in doubt. Tournament Co-ordinator of the Central Coast Sevens Craig Morgan put out a statement detailing his withdrawal from running the tourney. The tournament has been dubbed by many sevens rugby pundits as ‘the best sevens tournament outside the HSBC […] READ MORE
The 2017/18 HSBC Sevens Series kicks off this weekend in Dubai. And much like any new ‘entertainment season’ their are 10 rounds, which gives fans 10 episodes of a phenomenal sevens rugby series which has become part of our lives. For such an exciting sport, Television has become an integral part in the growth of […] READ MORE
With the New Year fast approaching, Last Word On Rugby are reflecting back on a fine year. From the International matches to the Sevens at the Olympic Games, the ‘LWOR highlights for 2016’ are a wide and varied account. As part of our MCXM Top 10 memories of 2016, the fourth in our series has contributions from NZ rugby specialist Mike […] READ MORE
The likelihood of England’s Fijian contingent lining up against the country of their birth has received a boost this week. Eddie Jones looks likely to test the depth of his squad even further despite injuries in key positions in the lead up to the November Tests. Nathan Hughes and Semesa Rokoduguni are both potential starters […] READ MORE
The opening round draws of the 2016-17 HSBC World Sevens Series has been announced by World Rugby. The season kicks-off in style as always at Emirates Airlines Dubai Sevens (7’s). Dubai and World Series defending champs Fiji leads pool A. Fiji and New Zealand begin the season without their prolific coaches Ben Ryan and Sir […] READ MORE