The 2025 Hong Kong Rugby Sevens is set to be one of the most exciting editions yet, moving to the brand-new Kai Tak Sports Park from March 28-30. With a capacity for 50,000 fans, world-class rugby action, and live performances from Kaiser Chiefs and Pete Tong, this year’s tournament promises unforgettable moments.
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Here’s your complete guide to watching the event, including the full schedule, competing teams, and how to catch all the action live.
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Hong Kong Rugby Sevens 2025 Schedule
All times are in Hong Kong Standard Time (HKT, UTC+8).
Friday, March 28
10:30 AM – 7:53 PM – Women’s group matches
11:16 AM – 8:39 PM – Men’s group matches
Saturday, March 29
9:30 AM – 7:24 PM – Women’s group and playoff matches
10:16 AM – 8:10 PM – Men’s group and playoff matches
Sunday, March 30
10:00 AM – 6:10 PM – Women’s playoff matches and finals
10:23 AM – 6:46 PM – Men’s playoff matches and finals
Entertainment Highlights
- Kaiser Chiefs performing on Friday
- Pete Tong’s Ibiza Classics on Saturday
- Spectacular closing ceremony with pyrotechnics and a laser show
Teams Competing in 2025
Men’s Teams
New Zealand, Argentina, Australia, Fiji, France, Great Britain, Ireland, Kenya, Spain, South Africa, Uruguay, USA
Women’s Teams
New Zealand, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Fiji, France, Great Britain, Ireland, Japan, Spain, USA
Current Standings
- Men’s SVNS Leader: Argentina (closely followed by Spain, Fiji, and South Africa)
- Women’s SVNS Leader: New Zealand (six points ahead of Australia)
The top eight teams after Hong Kong will qualify for the HSBC SVNS World Championship in Los Angeles on May 3-4.
Day One Recap: Women’s & Men’s Sevens Action
Pool A: New Zealand Makes a Statement
Reigning Olympic champions New Zealand wasted no time asserting their superiority, delivering a 45-0 shutout against China before securing a 33-21 victory over the USA. Captain Sarah Hirini had a standout performance, crossing the try line twice, bringing her career tally to 99 tries.
Jazmin Felix-Hotham reflected on the experience, saying:
“This atmosphere is exactly why we play the sport. Playing in a new stadium but feeling the same energy as the legendary Sevens of old—Hong Kong truly values the game, and we appreciate that.”
Pool C: Australia Shines Despite a Young Squad
Despite fielding a relatively inexperienced squad, reigning SVNS Champions Australia made light work of their opponents. They stormed past Spain with a dominant 54-12 win before securing a 26-15 victory over Olympic silver medallists Canada.
Pool B: France Tops the Group
France showed their strength, defeating Great Britain 22-12 before overcoming Fiji 24-14 to finish at the top of Pool B.
Men’s Tournament: Powerhouse Teams Maintain Perfect Runs
The men’s competition delivered plenty of high-octane action, with several teams maintaining unbeaten records at the end of Day One.
Pool A: Argentina and Fiji Lead the Way
Argentina, the current series leaders, showcased their fine form with a 35-7 victory over Ireland, followed by a commanding 52-5 win over the USA. Fresh off their triumph in Vancouver, Argentina continued to establish themselves as a force to be reckoned with.
Joining them at the top, Fiji also went unbeaten, edging past the USA 26-21 and securing a narrow 21-19 win against Ireland.
Pool B: All Blacks Sevens Take Control
The New Zealand All Blacks Sevens dominated Pool B, claiming a 21-12 win over Australia before shutting out Uruguay with a 29-0 victory.
Pool C: Great Britain Makes a Statement
Great Britain rose to the occasion with back-to-back 12-7 wins, first outlasting Olympic champions France before securing another close victory over Kenya. Their defensive resilience and clutch performances ensured they topped Pool C at the end of Day One.
FAQs – Hong Kong Rugby Sevens 2025
#When is the Hong Kong Rugby Sevens 2025 taking place?
From March 28 to March 30, 2025.
#Where is it being held?
At Kai Tak Stadium, Hong Kong.
#How many teams are participating?
A total of 24 men’s and women’s teams from around the world.
#How many matches will be played?
72 matches over three days.
#Who are the musical headliners?
Kaiser Chiefs and Pete Tong.
#Where can I watch the matches?
Live streaming will be available worldwide for free on RugbyPass TV.
#What are the match timings?
Matches start at 10:30 AM (UTC+8) on Friday and will conclude with the finals on Sunday evening.
#What’s at stake in this tournament?
Teams will earn crucial points towards qualifying for the HSBC SVNS World Championship in Los Angeles.
