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Laurent Ferrères playing for France at the 2004 Hong Kong Sevens. Photo: SCMP
Hong Kong China Rugby

HK Sevens

French rugby royalty UBB set to bring ‘passion and spirit’ to Hong Kong 10s

UBB coach Laurent Ferrères on lookout for next international stars in Hong Kong, recalls ‘one of biggest experiences of life’ at HK Sevens.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong dual-code rugby star details ‘mentally taxing’ duties, eyes World Cup

Hong Kong China Rugby

New mindset, Taylor Swift help Hong Kong ref handle surprise rugby 7s final duty

HK Sevens

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong’s path to elite HSBC SVNS Series mapped out after good Challenger news

City’s men’s team narrowly missed out on promotion shot this year, but programme head Paul John optimistic for 2025 after schedule revealed.

Max Denmark will be one of Hong Kong’s most important figures in their quest for HSBC SVNS Series qualification. Photo: World Rugby
Max Denmark will be one of Hong Kong’s most important figures in their quest for HSBC SVNS Series qualification. Photo: World Rugby

HK Sevens

Women’s Rugby

Rugby’s biggest social media star Ilona Maher signs for Bristol in World Cup bid

The 28-year-old, who helped the US win their first Olympic medal in Rugby 7s in Paris, will join the English club for 3 months to play 15s.

Fifteens

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong bosses look to Japan and Down Under for top opponents in World Cup bid

City team beat Brazil at Kai Tak on Saturday for series victory, ‘new home’ backed to encourage wider rugby audience.

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International Rugby

While you were sleeping

Boks hand England fifth straight defeat, France down All Blacks, Sinner on fire

The Nations League took a back seat overnight, with the Autumn tests throwing up some thrilling encounters.

France’s Louis Bielle-Biarrey chases down a kick to score the decisive try in his side’s thrilling win over New Zealand. Photo: Reuters
France’s Louis Bielle-Biarrey chases down a kick to score the decisive try in his side’s thrilling win over New Zealand. Photo: Reuters

Fifteens

Hong Kong China Rugby

‘Ambitious’ Hong Kong targeting Kai Tak fortress after sweeping away Brazil

Hong Kong beat South Americans to secure Test series success following rousing display at new Kai Tak venue.

HK Sevens

Hong Kong Sports Institute

Hong Kong bosses start planning for Los Angeles Olympics, given new talent boost

City’s men’s and women’s teams both set for 2025 Challenger Series, optimistic of imminent news about competition arrangement.

HK Sevens

Asia Rugby Sevens Series

Hong Kong complete perfect Asia Rugby Sevens Series with China and Japan wins

City’s women finish fourth in Bangkok following successive defeats on final day, but Challenger Series qualification already assured.

Hong Kong’s men celebrate completing an Asia Rugby Sevens Series clean sweep. Photo: HKCR

International Rugby

World Rugby

Jones pays tribute to France’s ‘hungry’ Dupont as Japan’s rugby plans face reality

In overnight rugby internationals, the Japanese and Italians were reminded of the tough physical challenge of playing against the elite.

France’s Olympic 7s hero Antoine Dupont provided two try-scoring assists in his team’s easy win in Paris on his return to 15-a-side rugby. Photo: EPA-EFE
France’s Olympic 7s hero Antoine Dupont provided two try-scoring assists in his team’s easy win in Paris on his return to 15-a-side rugby. Photo: EPA-EFE

Hong Kong Rugby Union

Hong Kong Sports Institute

Hong Kong teams into Asia Rugby Sevens Series semi-finals after rampant displays

Men’s team poised for China semi-final in Bangkok, while women set to go head-to-head with Japan for final spot.

Fifteens

Hong Kong China Rugby

Tranquez puts the boot in as Brazil power their way past Hong Kong

Brazil full back Lucas Tranquez kicks 18 points as South Americans’ physicality proves too much for home side to handle.

International Rugby

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong to field 2 debutants in first Brazil Test as build-up to 2027 RWC begins

Andrew Douglas names 6 forwards on his bench against a team that ‘loves the physicality of rugby’, with Josh Hrstich captaining from the pack.

Hong Kong No 8 Luke Van Der Smit carries through contact in training. Hong Kong expects a physical battle with Brazil on the weekend. Photo: HKCR

HK Sevens

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong move ‘attractive’ for overseas stars with ‘high-level ambitions’

Hong Kong aiming for hat-trick of Asia Rugby Sevens Series titles when they contest closing 2024 leg in Bangkok this weekend.

Max Denmark is among the Hong Kong sevens stars whose development would ‘accelerate’ playing HSBC SVNS Series rugby. Photo: Handout
Max Denmark is among the Hong Kong sevens stars whose development would ‘accelerate’ playing HSBC SVNS Series rugby. Photo: Handout

HK Sevens

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong star outlines elite ambition to atone for ‘sour’ world sevens experience

Hong Kong will aim for a third straight Asia Rugby Sevens Series success next month, before moving on to Challenger Series action.

International Rugby

South Africa

SA Rugby mulls plan to sell Springboks brand to US fund for US$75 million

Deal would reportedly give Ackerley Sports Group 20 per cent stake in new commercial company and complete control of board.

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Fifteens

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong couldn’t prepare properly, boss says after Rugby World Cup dream ends

City’s women’s team lose WXV3 match that offered route to 2025 World Cup, following red card after 15 minutes.

Captain Pun Wai-yan leaps to collect a line-out during Hong Kong’s 33-3 loss to the Netherlands. Photo: World Rugby
Captain Pun Wai-yan leaps to collect a line-out during Hong Kong’s 33-3 loss to the Netherlands. Photo: World Rugby

Football

While you were sleeping

While you were sleeping: Ronaldo nets, Eubank Jr success, Hong Kong sorrow

Cristiano Ronaldo scores goal No 906, South Africa wait to learn World Cup fate, Scotland find new way to suffer, Hong Kong hopes dashed.

Hong Kong Rugby Union

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong urged to seize Women’s Rugby World Cup chance as Dutch await in Dubai

They have opportunity to qualify for 2025 tournament in England after scoring six tries to hammer Madagascar.

Fifteens

Hong Kong China Rugby

Coach backs Hong Kong to handle pressure with Rugby World Cup hopes on the line

Women’s XV will target their first WXV3 victory when they play against Madagascar on Friday night, following a big defeat to Fiji last week.

The tough Fijians stop Hong Kong inside-centre Natasha Olson-Thorne in her tracks as the Pacific islanders triumphed 38-3 last Saturday. Photo: Charles Verghese
OPINION
Patrick Blennerhassett

Hong Kong Rugby Union takes stock after shock sevens loss to South Korea

Patrick Blennerhassett
Patrick Blennerhassett

Opinion | Hong Kong’s rugby teams are banging on the glass ceiling

Patrick Blennerhassett
Tom Bell

Opinion | Sonny Bill Williams can live up to his megabucks Toronto Wolfpack deal – but can English rugby league?

Tom Bell
Tom Bell

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Tim Noonan

In the scrum | Sayonara, Japan – now it’s off to France for the 2023 Rugby World Cup

Tim Noonan
Tom Bell

Opinion | England caught in South Africa’s headlights during Rugby World Cup final

Tom Bell
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