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The HKRU (formerly HKRFU) is the governing body for rugby union in Hong Kong. Founded in 1952 and since 1988 an affiliate of World Rugby (IRB) the union organises the world-renowned Cathay Pacific/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens plus international 15s test matches and tournaments, domestic leagues for men and women, and age-grade competitions for all standards of play.
Iconic rugby competition roars back for first time since lifting of pandemic curbs to show world what it has been missing.
New rules introduced after an embarrassing gaffe involving the national song at a rugby match involving Hong Kong place responsibility with organisers and there should be no repeat.
Suspended since 2019 because of pandemic restrictions, the rugby spectacle is set for a November comeback that will signal to the world another city step towards normal life.
Hong Kong defeat series co-leaders Kenya to reach final, where they are blown away by the hosts – but move up to fifth overall in race for top-four spot.
Men’s team respond strongly to the disappointment of their exit in the previous leg in Dubai as they pile on the points in Uruguay.
Sandy Bay left needing one more try at the death to steal the crown, but HKFC do enough to deny their late-season surge and retain the trophy.
Hong Kong finish day top of Pool B after beating Japan and Chile on opening day in Montevideo, while women get off to strong start with victory over Kenya.
Draws serve up intriguing battles, with both Kiwi teams kicking off against Great Britain on opening day.
City’s players forced to catch three flights to play in Challenger Series tournament, and will face a daunting group when they finally get there, too.
Hong Kong rugby sevens star Max Denmark hopes the fast-and-furious code can catch up with its 15s big brother, salutes Antoine Dupont switch for Olympics.
Leading Hong Kong rugby figures unanimously back the city’s club competition, but acknowledge a big step up to international level.
City’s women beat Paraguay 17-0 in opening game before going down 19-0 to Argentina on Friday, while men open their tournament with 21-7 win over Papua New Guinea.
With the landmark sporting event expected to relocate to Kai Tak Sports Park in 2025, the city’s men and women will take on teams from across region in last hurrah at Hong Kong Stadium.
Hong Kong’s women begin their new year with a trio of tricky contests at the opening Challenger Series leg in Dubai.
Hong Kong men’s sevens team primed for new-year Challenger Series assault, after banishing Olympic disappointment
Robbie McRobbie has spent 20 years with the rugby union and plans on staying in Hong Kong long term to ‘explore other opportunities’.
Andy Vilk will aim to accelerate the development of ‘exciting crop of youngsters’ as he bids to rein in the Asian rugby sevens powerhouses.
Head coach Jevon Groves ready to confront the ‘daunting prospect’ of building new Hong Kong sevens rugby team, after 2024 Olympic qualifying hopes go up in smoke.
More rugby sevens disappointment for Hong Kong as defeat in final of Asia qualifiers leaves them facing repechage challenge. Hong Kong’s women finish third to also secure second chance to reach France.
Wing Sebastian Brien scores three of his side’s seven tries in 46-10 rout of opposition, but defensive display leaves head coach full of pride.
Hong Kong women targeting Olympic Games spot to complete glorious 2023, after gaining first Asiad medal and China triumph in nerve-shredding circumstances.
Head coach Jevon Groves is confident in-form Hong Kong will not repeat the mistakes of four years ago when they target Olympic Games qualification in Japan this weekend.
New head coach Andrew Douglas is prioritising performances over results, as Hong Kong prepare to host Germany and try to regain a strong foothold on the international scene.
The city’s men’s team beat Japan in their final, after the women produce a stunning improvement to overcome their mainland Chinese compatriots in the semis.
Weeks after beating South Korea to gold in the Asian Games final, Hong Kong’s men step up another level in Bangkok, while the city’s women also progress to the semi-finals.
Super Saturday launches domestic season with emphasis on fan experience, as city’s rugby union acknowledges ‘challenge in getting people watching domestic sport’.
Salom Yiu Kam-shing’s spectacular Asian Games was book ended by carrying Hong Kong’s flag in the opening ceremony and gold-medal glory on the field.
Hong Kong’s men will defend their title in Hangzhou knowing Japan once again pose biggest threat, while the women’s team are looking to win a medal for the first time.
Japan beat Hong Kong to Incheon title in first leg of 2023 Asia Rugby Sevens Series, while Andy Vilk starts life as women’s head coach with back-to-back wins before team finishes fourth.
Max Woodward dedicating ‘all of my thoughts’ to qualifying for Paris Olympics – and says anything less than gold in Hangzhou ‘would be a disappointment’
Ex-Calvisano centre Andy Vilk joins Hong Kong Rugby Union after spending 10 years coaching in Italy.
Hong Kong Under-20 captain Tyler McNutt convinced the city’s rugby team is plotting a path towards global competitiveness after youthful squad’s encouraging World Trophy campaign.