The Asia Rugby Sevens Series 2025 kicked off in thrilling fashion at Hangzhou Normal University, the iconic venue of the 2023 Asian Games, with Hong Kong and Japan emerging as early title contenders.
In the men’s competition, Hong Kong stormed to victory with a commanding 31-12 win over Japan in the Cup Final, showcasing speed, precision, and relentless finishing. China clinched third place with a hard-fought 22-17 win over Sri Lanka, while UAE edged Malaysia 26-17 to secure fifth. Hong Kong’s Bryn Phillips proved unstoppable, scoring 7 tries and 12 conversions, while Korea’s Yeonsik Jeong and UAE’s Mohammed Ali each crossed the line 7 times to highlight their attacking flair.
The women’s division produced equally captivating drama. Japan battled past hosts China 24-19 in a nail-biting Cup Final, underlining their dominance in Asian women’s rugby. Hong Kong secured bronze with a narrow 19-17 victory over Thailand, while Kazakhstan held off India 17-10 to claim fifth. Hong Kong’s Julia Oyana dazzled with 10 tries and 2 conversions, finishing as the tournament’s top scorer. China’s Keyi Chen and Wanyu Wang also stood out with powerful attacking displays.
This year’s Series marks a significant expansion, with 12 national teams competing in both men’s and women’s divisions, up from 8 in previous editions. After an electrifying start in Hangzhou, attention now shifts to the final leg in Colombo, Sri Lanka (18–19 October), where Asia’s top rugby nations will collide at the historic Racecourse Stadium to decide the ultimate champions.
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