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Hong Kong Sevens
Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens debut for 15s stalwart after overcoming self-doubt
Au King-to to win second Hong Kong cap after being named in 12-strong women’s squad for Melrose Claymores tournament.
13 Apr 2026 - 8:00AM
Hong Kong Sevens
Many firsts, new faces as rugby, racing finally share stage on Hong Kong 7s week
12 Apr 2026 - 7:04PM
Hong Kong Sevens
Canada Olympic star Williams plans on ‘having a ‘blast’ at Hong Kong Sevens
12 Apr 2026 - 8:00AM
World Rugby
Ex-Wales flanker Parks on ‘dark thoughts’ and going Pole to Pole with Will Smith
Forced to retire from rugby, the Welshman emerged from a period of introspection as an adventurer, polar explorer and guide to Hollywood’s A-list.
11 Apr 2026 - 8:00AM
Already an established explorer, Richard Parks (left) worked alongside Hollywood superstar Will Smith in his Pole to Pole film. Photo: Nat Geo TV
Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong 7s coach’s Olympics ‘desire’, but first eyes Kai Tak, Asian Games joy
Jevon Groves aiming to stay in role until at least 2028 and banish memories of painful Olympic near misses.
8 Apr 2026 - 9:09PM
Hong Kong Sevens
Ex-Hong Kong Sevens captain Bob Lloyd relives 50 years of rugby magic at tournament
The 83-year-old, who competed in the first edition that kicked off on March 28, 1976, also coached the city team and was an avid spectator.
28 Mar 2026 - 8:30PM
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Hong Kong Sevens
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First Hong Kong Sevens rugby tourney held in 1976 – SCMP archive
50 years ago today, the city hosted its first international rugby sevens tournament at the Hong Kong Football Club.
28 Mar 2026 - 10:30AM
Hong Kong players run out on to the pitch at the first sevens in 1976. Photo: HKRFU
Hong Kong Sevens
Trip down memory lane: how Hong Kong Sevens has evolved into world-class event
Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the tournament has grown from humble beginnings into a sporting spectacle at Kai Tak Sports Park.
28 Mar 2026 - 8:00AM
Rugby World Cup 2027
New Zealand coach Rennie shakes up back room team as 2027 Rugby World Cup looms
Hong Kong’s highest-ranked group stage opponent for tournament in Australia retain one member of previous team, bring in All Blacks legend.
24 Mar 2026 - 10:00PM
Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong sevens head has unfinished business, underlines world and Olympic aims
Welshman Paul John, city team coach of year, ‘hungry to achieve more’ as he approaches decade in role, prepares for Hong Kong Sevens.
24 Mar 2026 - 8:00AM
Tens Rugby
First Nations & Pasifika aiming to unearth international stars on Hong Kong trip
Newly-established team poised for Tradition HKFC 10s next month after running British & Irish Lions close last year in their inaugural fixture.
22 Mar 2026 - 4:22PM
Comprised of players of Indigenous Australian or Pacific Islander origin, First Nations & Pasifika gave the British & Irish Lions a tremendous fright in Melbourne last year. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong Sevens
Hong Kong Sevens hits 50 but fans more focused on cost of tickets for 3-day bash
This year’s tournament, from April 17 to 19, marks the start of the new HSBC SVNS World Championship, featuring 30 teams playing 72 matches.
16 Mar 2026 - 5:30PM
Hong Kong China Rugby
Rugby 7s royalty Ben Gollings bringing Chennai Bulls to play in Hong Kong
World Series record points scorer believes sport’s chiefs need to find ‘sweet spot’ to restore shorter format’s charm.
23 Feb 2026 - 9:36PM
Hong Kong China Rugby
Olympics and World Cup ambition can go hand in hand, Hong Kong rugby bosses say
City’s men also have their eyes on retaining their Asian Games sevens title and reaching the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
11 Feb 2026 - 5:42PM
HSBC SVNS Series
HSBC SVNS Perth: New Zealand women win again, South Africa halt Fijian momentum
Black Ferns back up win in Singapore to lead series by four points, while the Fijian men’s failure to win sees their advantage cut to four.
8 Feb 2026 - 9:08PM
The South Africa sevens team celebrate after beating Fiji in the Perth SVNS cup final on Sunday. Photo: Reuters
Rugby World Cup 2027
Hong Kong ready for ‘harsh reality’ of Rugby World Cup, but boss proud of progress
Head coach Logan Asplin is under no illusions about the ‘pretty tough’ fixtures that lie ahead in preparation for the 2027 tournament.
5 Feb 2026 - 9:02AM
Hong Kong Sevens
Bumper crowd expected for Hong Kong Sevens, as ticket sales pass 100,000 mark
The South Stand Pass category, all corporate boxes and individual hospitality have sold out for the second year at Kai Tak Stadium in April.
4 Feb 2026 - 5:30PM
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Rugby World Cup 2027
Japan coach Eddie Jones says Rugby World Cup schedule ‘fair’, helps small teams
He says that, unlike in previous tournaments, the fixtures for next year’s event give all teams equal preparation time between matches.
3 Feb 2026 - 3:16PM
Japan’s players celebrate their win over South Africa in Brighton at the 2015 Rugby World Cup. The Japanese then had to face Scotland with only four days’ preparation and lost. Photo: AP
Rugby World Cup 2027
Hong Kong rugby head coach admits surprise at playing Australia in World Cup opener
World Rugby chairman has been forced to defend a decision that pitches debutants ranked world No 22 against two-time world champions.
3 Feb 2026 - 9:20PM
HSBC SVNS Series
Fiji men, rampant Black Ferns claim HSBC SVNS Singapore titles
Fiji come from behind to edge out France in thrilling finish to weekend, while New Zealand’s women make it hat-trick of wins in Singapore.
1 Feb 2026 - 10:00PM
HSBC SVNS Series
HSBC SVNS Singapore: Fiji men on track; Australian, Kiwi women set to meet again
Pacific Islanders will face old nemesis New Zealand in one semi-final while Olympic champions France will meet South Africa in the other.
31 Jan 2026 - 10:00PM
Hong Kong China Rugby
Gregor McNeish forced to retire, in blow to Hong Kong’s Rugby World Cup plans
The 33-year-old fly-half, who has been battling concussion issues, was set to play a key role in city team’s Nations Cup campaign this year.
29 Jan 2026 - 7:00PM
Hong Kong’s Gregor McNeish catches a high ball under pressure from Japan A’s Yuto Mori (left) during a game at Kai Tak Stadium last October. Photo: Elson Li
British & Irish Lions
British and Irish Lions women’s team announce fixture list for tour of New Zealand
Whangarei, Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington and Christchurch have been confirmed to host matches against the Black Ferns and an invitational side.
21 Jan 2026 - 1:45PM
Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong’s sevens pain as World Rugby meddling plunges beaten city team into void
Head coach Jevon Groves’ side have semi-final victory snatched from grasp by Canada, who join Belgium in HSBC SVNS 2.
18 Jan 2026 - 8:33PM
Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong 7s team battle to keep season alive with win-or-bust Colombia clash
City side beat Tonga in encouraging start but have wings clipped by Samoa, as season hangs in balance ahead of crunch Colombia date.
17 Jan 2026 - 10:39PM
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