Rugby Sevens News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Dubai reinforces status as global hub for major sports events
Dubai, December 21: Dubai continues to solidify its standing as a premier global sports destination this December, hosting a dense calendar of continental and international championships, elite competitions, and high-level training camps.
India clinch bronze, China and Hong Kong China win women's and men's Asia Rugby U20 Sevens crown
Rajgir, Aug 10: India’s U20 Women’s team capped off a memorable return to the Asia Rugby Emirates U20 Championship with a bronze medal, defeating Uzbekistan in the third-place playoff on home soil in Rajgir, Bihar.
French Rugby Union's Christophe Reigt terms RPL as interesting try
Mumbai, June 26: There has been a buzz, and heads have been turning in the world of rugby. All thanks to the unique nature of the competition that is the Rugby Premier League (RPL) - a first-ever franchise-based Rugby Sevens tournament in the world.
RPL might change landscape of Sevens, says Mumbai Dreamers' Aaron Cummings
Mumbai, June 22: It's been exactly a week since the Rugby Premier League (RPL) kicked off its inaugural season, held at the Shahaji Raje Krida Sankul (Andheri Sports Complex).
RPL Season 1: Chennai Bulls' Terry Kennedy talks about their first win, his experience in India
Mumbai, June 16: Chennai Bulls were in fine form on Day One of the Rugby Premier League (RPL), opening their campaign with a dominant 24-5 victory against Mumbai Dreamers, and their marquee player, Terry Kennedy, said they have to build on the good start.
Season 1 of Rugby Premier League commences from June 15
Mumbai, June 15: The wait for Season 1 of the Rugby Premier League (RPL) is finally ove. Fast, physical, fearless - the first ever franchise-based Rugby Sevens league in the world, which is organised by Rugby India and GMR Sports, will host the who's who from the world of rugby, in Mumbai from Sunday.
Rugby Premier League: Manuel Moreno to captain Hyderabad Heroes with Prince Khatri and Max Roddick named co-vice captains
Mumbai, June 14: Spanish superstar, Manuel Moreno has been appointed the captain of the Hyderabad Heroes for the upcoming Rugby Premier League starting on Sunday at the Andheri Sports Complex, Mumbai.
A look at top players in season 1 of Rugby Premier League
Mumbai, June 13: The excitement is palpable and reaching fever pitch as the countdown for the opening day of Season 1 of the Rugby Premier League is well and truly underway.
Indian players have some serious skills: Tim Walsh backs RPL to shape India's Olympic rugby dream
Mumbai, June 11: Tim Walsh, head coach of the Mumbai Dreamers, expressed strong belief in the transformative power of the Rugby Premier League (RPL).
Indian players have some serious skills: Tim Walsh backs Rugby Premier League to shape India's Olympic dream
Mumbai, June 11: Former Australian player-turned-head coach Tim Walsh, who led the Australian women's rugby sevens team to a gold medal at the Rio Olympics in 2016, expressed strong belief in the transformative power of the Rugby Premier League (RPL) and is confident that the tournament's structure, professionalism, and potential will propel Indian rugby towards greater heights.
Inaugural edition of Rugby Premier League in India set to have six franchises
Mumbai April 5: The curtains have been drawn on the inaugural edition of the Rugby Premier League (RPL) in India, as six franchises came together for the Player Draft and Auction in Mumbai. Organized by GMR and the Indian Rugby Football Union, the RPL is the first ever franchise-based league in the world and will have six founding franchises in the opening edition, a release said.