The Indian Men’s Rugby 7s team stands at a defining crossroads. After a historic run at the 2025 Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy (AREST) in Muscat, where India finished runners-up, the team has secured promotion to the Asia Rugby Sevens Series (ARESS) 2026, the continent’s elite tier of competition. This promotion marks one of the…
India’s Senior Men’s Rugby Sevens team concluded a remarkable campaign at the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy (AREST) 2025 in Muscat as runners-up, earning promotion to the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series (ARESS) Asia’s premier rugby sevens competition. Led by head coach Ben Gollings, the former England Sevens captain, India’s campaign was defined by discipline,…
The Indian men’s rugby sevens team scripted history in Muscat, Oman, earning their maiden promotion to the top-tier Asia Rugby Sevens Series (Division 1) after an unbeaten campaign at the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy 2025. It marks a monumental step forward for Indian rugby a sport steadily rising in both structure and ambition. India’s…
The Indian Men’s Rugby Sevens team began their Asia Rugby 7s Trophy campaign in stunning fashion, registering three consecutive wins on the opening day in Muscat to book a semifinal berth. Playing with discipline, flair, and resilience, India topped their group and defeated Iran in the quarterfinal to keep their dream of promotion to the…
The Indian men’s rugby sevens team is all set for one of its most significant international tests yet the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy 2025, to be held in Muscat, Oman on October 25–26. Led by Prashant Singh, India enters the tournament seeded third among 14 participating nations, with former England international and world sevens…
In the evolving story of Indian women’s rugby, few names embody both potential and purpose as powerfully as Bhumika Shukla. Between 2022 and 2025, she has risen from the narrow lanes of Rajasthan to become one of the faces of India’s new rugby generation a player whose journey is not just about sport, but about…
The Indian women’s rugby sevens team capped off another strong chapter in its growing continental journey, producing a series of commanding performances at the Asia Rugby Sevens Series 2025 (Colombo Leg). Backed by a mix of consistency, pace, and structure, the team registered three wins in the leg against UAE (17–7), Indonesia (50–0), and Singapore…
The opening day of the 2025 Asian Rowing Championships (ARC) in Hai Phong could well be remembered as one of the defining moments in India’s modern rowing history. The Indian contingent produced an exceptional showing, winning four medals two gold and two silver in a performance that not only reaffirmed India’s growing reputation in Asian…
The Indian women’s rugby sevens team put on a spirited display at the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series 2025 – Colombo Leg, their debut appearance in the continental competition. Despite narrowly missing out on a semifinal berth, the Indian side showcased resilience, flair, and remarkable improvement, finishing the group stage with two wins from three…
When the India Women’s Rugby Sevens team finished sixth in their debut at the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series (ARESS) in Hangzhou last month, it wasn’t just a debut it was a declaration. Against the odds, and in a field expanded to 12 of Asia’s best, India proved it could compete in the continent’s top…
When Sandhyarani Tudu sprinted across the try line at the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series (ARESS) 2025 in Hangzhou, she didn’t just score points she marked a turning point for Indian women’s rugby. As India’s top scorer with 24 points in their debut at this elite competition, the 21-year-old from Odisha became a symbol of…
The Indian women’s rugby sevens team made a memorable debut at the top tier of Asian rugby, finishing sixth at the Asia Rugby Sevens Series (Leg 1) in Hangzhou, China. Competing against Asia’s 12 strongest rugby nations, the Indian girls not only held their own but also scripted historic victories along the way, marking a…
The Indian U18 Girls Rugby team wrapped up their campaign at the Asia Rugby U18 Girls Sevens Asia Cup with a spirited fourth-place finish, marking one of their best continental performances in recent years. While the podium eluded them after a tough 12–20 loss to Hong Kong in the bronze medal match, the journey showcased…
The next generation of Indian rugby talent displayed both promise and resilience at the U18 Asia Rugby Sevens, with the women’s team booking a place in the semifinals and the men’s side impressing against seasoned opponents. The tournament, hosted in China, brought together the best junior rugby sevens squads from across Asia, offering a valuable…
India rugby is entering one of its most important weeks in recent history as we go for Asia Rugby Emirates U-18 7s On September 13-14, 2025, the nation’s U-18 Boys and Girls squads will compete at the Asia Rugby Emirates U-18 7s Championship in Hohhot, China, a tournament that represents far more than just medals…
Asia Rugby 2025: A Season of Growth, Challenges and New Frontiers As rugby continues its steady rise in Asia, the months of September and October 2025 promise to be pivotal. Asia Rugby has rolled out a three-tier competition framework that blends youth development, elite sevens competition, and opportunities for emerging nations to climb the ladder….
When the whistle blows on August 9th in Rajgir, Bihar, it won’t just signal the start of the Asian U20 Rugby Championship Emirates Sevens 2025 it will open a chapter that Indian rugby has been patiently waiting to write. For the first time, India will host Asia’s flagship age-grade Sevens tournament, welcoming teams from across…
When the u20 Asia rugby 7s championship 2025 kicks off on August 9–10 in Rajgir, Bihar, it won’t just be another youth tournament on the continental calendar. It will be a powerful symbol of how far Indian rugby has come and, perhaps more importantly, of where it wants to go. For the first time, an…
A Landmark Moment for Indian Women Rugby In what is set to be a transformative milestone, the Indian Senior Women’s Rugby 7s Team is poised to make its debut in the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series 2025 Asia’s premier division of rugby sevens. This historic first appearance not only signals India’s arrival at the highest…
Hyderabad Heroes Record Biggest Win of the Tournament; Chennai Bulls Remain Unbeaten at the Top in GMR RPL Mumbai, 17 June 2025: It was a night of dominant rugby action at the Shahaji Raje Bhosale Sports Complex (Andheri Sports Complex) as the Chennai Bulls and Hyderabad Heroes registered emphatic victories in Season 1 of the…
The Chennai Bulls and Bengaluru Bravehearts made strong statements on a rain-soaked Monday at the Shahaji Raje Bhosale Sports Complex, as Season 1 of the GMR Rugby Premier League (RPL) gathered pace. The Bulls, with their second straight win, moved to the top of the table, while the Bravehearts, unbeaten in two matches, climbed to…
‘Indian Players Have Some Serious Skills’: Tim Walsh Backs GMR Rugby Premier League to Fuel India’s Olympic Rugby Dream Mumbai Dreamers head coach Tim Walsh believes the GMR Rugby Premier League is laying the foundation for India’s rise in rugby sevens. Tim Walsh, the head coach of Mumbai Dreamers, has voiced strong support for the…
