The Fiji Airways men’s sevens team is making a notable impact in the HSBC SVNS series, currently tied for the lead in the standings after claiming a bronze medal in Cape Town, South Africa. Under the direction of coach Osea Kolinisau, the team has accumulated 32 points from two tournaments, sharing the top position with South Africa, who also has 32 points.
In their remarkable performance at the Cape Town tournament, Fiji displayed their talent and tenacity by defeating France 26-19 in a gripping playoff match, which secured them 16 valuable points. While South Africa took home the championship and the maximum 20 points, Fiji’s strong showing keeps them firmly in the race for the series title. The competition is fierce, with New Zealand following closely in third with 28 points, and France and Australia trailing with 28 and 26 points, respectively. Last year’s champions, Argentina, currently sit at sixth place with 24 points.
On the women’s side, the Fiji Airways Fijiana sevens team wrapped up their tournament in Cape Town with an impressive seventh-place finish, dominating their concluding match against Great Britain with a decisive 47-7 victory, providing them a positive conclusion to the tournament. The women’s standings show Australia and New Zealand leading with 38 points each, with Australia topping the table on points differential. Japan is in third with 28 points, while the USA and France follow in fourth and fifth with 26 and 24 points, respectively.
Looking forward, the next stop in the HSBC SVNS series is set for Singapore on January 31, 2026. This forthcoming tournament promises more thrills and the potential for both Fiji’s men’s and women’s teams to improve their standings in the series. With their demonstrated resilience and skill, fans remain optimistic about the continued success of both teams on the international rugby stage.