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Hong Kong International Test 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.
17 Nov 2024 - 3:30PM
Hong Kong International Test Rugby
‘Ambitious’ Hong Kong targeting Kai Tak fortress after sweeping away Brazil
16 Nov 2024 - 10:27PM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong to hold trial matches at 50,000-seat Kai Tak stadium in January
14 Nov 2024 - 9:52PM
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.
13 Nov 2024 - 5:51PM
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.
10 Nov 2024 - 8:27PM
Hong Kong International Test 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.
9 Nov 2024 - 8:30PM
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Hong Kong International Test 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.
7 Nov 2024 - 5:00PM
Asia Rugby Sevens Series
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.
5 Nov 2024 - 1:52PM
World 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.
15 Oct 2024 - 12:09PM
Women’s 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.
18 Oct 2024 - 6:15AM
Women’s 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.
18 Oct 2024 - 6:17AM
Hong Kong International Test 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.
4 Oct 2024 - 10:33AM
Kai Tak Sports Park
Kai Tak Sports Park to host Hong Kong rugby international match in November
Match against Brazil is first event announced for park’s smaller venue, Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground, as team target World Cup qualifying bid.
3 Oct 2024 - 9:52PM
Hong Kong Sports Institute
Hong Kong rugby sevens captain Christie reveals ambitious world, Olympic goals
New era gets under way as Hong Kong Sevens’ relocation is confirmed, with the men’s captain excited about the move to Kai Tak.
2 Oct 2024 - 8:30AM
Women’s Rugby
Asia Rugby urged to improve player care, as Hong Kong begin World Cup quest
Andrew Douglas’ team kick off WXV3 campaign against Fiji on Saturday, before games against Madagascar and Netherlands settle World Cup fate.
18 Oct 2024 - 6:19AM
Asia Rugby Sevens Series
Hong Kong women stand-ins urged to seize their chance as 7s series hits Hangzhou
Understrength Hong Kong face Malaysia, UAE and Japan in pool stage of second Asia Rugby Sevens Series leg this weekend while 15s play in WXV3.
19 Sep 2024 - 1:06PM
Hong Kong International Test Rugby
Hong Kong head coach change motivated by importance of Rugby World Cup quest
Andrew Douglas will lead Hong Kong in WXV3 tournament, where games against Fiji, Madagascar and Netherlands will determine World Cup fate.
16 Sep 2024 - 8:45AM
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Asia Rugby Sevens Series
‘Ruthless’ Hong Kong men win Asia Rugby Sevens first leg, women beaten in final
Contrasting fortunes for city’s teams against China in the series’ first leg in Incheon.
8 Sep 2024 - 9:44PM
Asia Rugby Sevens Series
Hong Kong men storm into Asia Rugby Sevens semis, women make dramatic escape
Both Hong Kong teams are set to battle Japan for places in the final of the series’ first leg in Incheon.
7 Sep 2024 - 9:09PM
Asia Rugby Sevens Series
Hong Kong rugby sevens add ex-GB star Fergusson to coaching team for Asia Series
The 31-year-old has been working with both senior sides since arriving in the city, and is expected to help women’s head coach Andy Vilk at the first leg of the series in South Korea.
1 Sep 2024 - 1:45PM
Women’s Rugby
Hong Kong name 30-strong squad for WXV3, with a Rugby World Cup spot on the line
Women’s team will take on Fiji, Madagascar and the Netherlands in Dubai for the right to play in next year’s tournament in England.
19 Aug 2024 - 8:00PM
Rugby World Cup 2027
Rugby residency ruling may give Hong Kong options on pathway to World Cup
Players can now become eligible via five years of ‘rugby registration’ with a club or union, without needing unbroken residency.
16 Aug 2024 - 10:00AM
Rugby World Cup 2027
Win and you’re in: Hong Kong’s direct path to Rugby World Cup ‘huge opportunity’
Side that wins the 2025 Asia Rugby Championship will automatically qualify for tournament in Australia, while runners up will get second chance in cross-continent repechage.
14 Aug 2024 - 12:35PM
Paris 2024 Olympic Games
Symonds feeling ‘love from Hong Kong’ after rugby sevens silver with Canada
Flo Symonds says cheeseburger, Aperol Spritz on menu after special Olympic experience.
5 Aug 2024 - 9:27AM
Paris 2024 Olympic Games
Rugby sevens ref Craig Chan warmed up for Games debut by cheering on Vivian Kong
Watching the fender’s win in a Paris restaurant with random strangers was ‘an incredible experience’, says Chan, who will learn today if he will officiate in the later stages of the women’s sevens.
29 Jul 2024 - 9:56PM
Paris 2024 Olympic Games
Ex-Hong Kong rugby sevens star chasing Olympics glory in Paris – with Canada
Flo Symonds was born and raised in the city, and will get her shot at a medal after missing out on ‘Olympic dream with Hong Kong’.
22 Jul 2024 - 5:30PM
Hong Kong International Test Rugby
Hong Kong stun Brazil on South American tour to send Rugby World Cup message
Win completes a tour that has made Hong Kong’s potential inclusion in 2027 World Cup seem a little less far-fetched.
21 Jul 2024 - 7:08PM
Hong Kong International Test Rugby
Hong Kong women told to ‘seize opportunity’ after draw for 2025 World Cup bid
Hong Kong will make their WXV3 debut in Dubai later this year, qualification for second World Cup on the line.
17 Jul 2024 - 3:00PM
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Hong Kong China Rugby is the governing body for the game in the city. Founded in 1952, it organises the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens plus international 15s Test matches and tournaments, domestic leagues for men and women, and age-grade competitions.
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14 October, 2024
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