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Asia Rugby Unveils Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Calendar 2025

New host cities, expanded teams, a groundbreaking Sevens season, Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Calendar 2025 Asia Rugby is proud to announce the official launch of the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Calendar 2025, set to unfold in the second half of the year. Following an exhilarating 15s season, all eyes now turn to the vibrant, restructured Sevens competitions, one which promises to deliver…

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Asia Rugby Appoints Five Regional Advisors to Strengthen Sub-Regional Engagement

Asia Rugby is pleased to announce the official appointment of five Regional Advisors to the President of Asia Rugby. This significant development is part of the organisation’s strategic effort to deepen engagement with its member unions and enhance the implementation of rugby development initiatives across Asia’s five sub-regions. The newly appointed Regional Advisors will serve as strategic…

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Hong Kong China qualify for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 following victory in Asia Rugby Emirates Championship

Hong Kong China have secured qualification for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 in Australia after defeating Korea 70-22 in the final round of the Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2025. This result marks the nation’s first-ever qualification for rugby’s showcase tournament.The United Arab Emirates finished second in the Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2025 and remain in contention for…

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Emirates signs on as Official Partner of Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025

World Rugby and Emirates have announced a new partnership which will see the airline become an Official Partner of Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, deepening the airline’s commitment to growing the game of rugby. Continue reading Emirates signs on as Official Partner of Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025

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World Rugby evolves Six-Point Plan on Player Welfare

World Rugby is today announcing the next evolution of the international federation’s Six-Point Plan on player welfare. The original Plan which came into effect in 2021, has been the driving force behind a host of player welfare improvements which have led global sport. The new evolution of the Six-Point Plan will ensure that rugby never stands still in this vital area. Continue reading World…

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Asia Rugby Launches ‘Try Together’ Development Program Backed by Emirates

Asia Rugby is proud to officially launch Try Together, a landmark initiative program supported by Emirates. TTP program was endorsed at the Asia Rugby Council meeting in November 2024 and is set to accelerate rugby development initially across six targeted member unions through structured financial and technical assistance. TTP aims to expand grassroots rugby, strengthen regional…

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RugbyPass TV celebrates huge month of live rugby content – Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship

RugbyPass TV is the home for a huge month of live coverage in June with fans able to enjoy a bumper schedule of the best of rugby from around the globe, free to access. Continue reading RugbyPass TV celebrates huge month of live rugby content – Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship

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Asia Rugby President Welcomes Launch of India’s Rugby Premier League

Asia Rugby extends its heartfelt congratulations to Rugby India and its esteemed partners on the historic launch of the Rugby Premier League (RPL) — India’s first-ever professional, franchise-based rugby sevens competition. This bold and visionary initiative marks a transformative milestone for rugby not only in India but across the region. The RPL reflects Rugby India’s steadfast commitment to…

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Statement from the President of Asia Rugby

Statement from the President of Asia Rugby Since being elected President in November 2019, I’ve been deeply honored by the trust and support shown by our General Assembly and Member Federations. This trust fuels my commitment to lead with vision, integrity, and an unwavering dedication to our shared values—Equality, Transparency, and Accountability. However, just months into my new mandate, the…

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Asia Rugby Emirates Match Official Appointments for the 2025 Emirates Men’s Championship

Asia Rugby Emirates Match Official Appointments for the 2025 Emirates Men’s Championship Elite Officials from Across the Region to Oversee Crucial Men’s Rugby World Cup Qualifying Matches Asia Rugby has officially unveiled the panel of match officials for the Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2025, a critical tournament on the road to the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027. Taking place from 13 June…

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Four Nations, One Dream: Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2025

Asia’s Journey to the Rugby World Cup 2027 Begins This June The road to the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 intensifies as the Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2025 kicks off this June. This year’s edition is the most pivotal since 2014, when Japan’s triumph paved their path to RWC 2015 — a landmark moment that elevated the profile of rugby in Asia. With Japan already qualified for RWC 2027,…

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Japan Triumph at 2025 Asia Rugby Emirates Women’s Championship

Japan Women’s XVs have again been crowned champions of Asia, completing a perfect campaign at the 2025 Asia Rugby Emirates Women’s Championship 2025 with a dominant 63-5 victory over Hong Kong China in the final match in Fukuoka, Japan. The result sealed Japan’s fourth consecutive title and their eighth overall, underlining their position as the leading women’s rugby team in the region. Japan…

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World Rugby announces landmark rights agreement with CBS Sports, making Paramount+ the home of World Rugby in the US through to 2029

World Rugby has announced an exclusive, multi-year, multi-platform rights agreement with CBS Sports for Paramount+ to become the U.S. home for all men’s and women’s World Rugby events through 2029, including the next three Rugby World Cups and all USA national team matches. Continue reading World Rugby announces landmark rights agreement with CBS Sports, making Paramount+ the home of World Rugby…

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World Rugby Women's Rankings preview: 23-25 May, 2025

World Rugby has published the permutations for the women’s rankings this week in its preview. Continue reading World Rugby Women’s Rankings preview: 23-25 May, 2025

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Dubai to host final qualifier for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 in November

Dubai (United Arab Emirates) has been selected to host the Final Qualification Tournament for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027, with the decisive event scheduled to take place from 8–18 November, 2025 at The Sevens Stadium. This final chapter in the qualification journey will determine the 24th and last team to earn their place at the sport’s pinnacle men’s tournament in Australia (1 October-13…

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World Rugby announces Emirates Match Official panel selected for Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 in England

With less than 100 days to go until Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 kicks off in Sunderland on 22 August, the panel of 22 Emirates World Rugby Match Officials have been selected for the showpiece tournament. Continue reading World Rugby announces Emirates Match Official panel selected for Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 in England

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England awaits era-defining tournament as new Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy unveiled and further tickets released

With just 100 days to go until Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 kicks off in Sunderland, World Rugby has today unveiled a bold new trophy – a symbol of the game’s unstoppable global rise – and announced the release of additional tickets for what promises to be a generational moment for the sport. Continue reading England awaits era-defining tournament as new Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy unveiled…