Blitzboks close gap on World Series log
The Springbok Sevens team closed the gap on New Zealand on the World Rugby Sevens Series log despite suffering an agonising 12-10 defeat by Fiji in the final of the Sydney Sevens.
The Springbok Sevens team closed the gap on New Zealand on the World Rugby Sevens Series log despite suffering an agonising 12-10 defeat by Fiji in the final of the Sydney Sevens.
The Blitzboks delivered a composed performance to beat the USA 19-12 and progress to the Cup final of the Sydney Sevens on Sunday.
The Blitzboks sealed their passage through to the semi-finals of the Sydney Sevens after a 36-0 win over Samoa in their final pool match on Sunday.
Angelo Davids continued his excellent form to help the Blitzboks to a 24-12 win over France at the Sydney Sevens on Saturday.
Blitzbok captain Stedman Gans says the team wants to play to their potential in Sydney after their dismal display at the Hamilton Sevens this past weekend.
Blitzbok star JC Pretorius says a lack of attention to detail cost the team during the Hamilton Sevens last weekend.
The Blitzboks will prioritise player recovery ahead of the fourth stop on the World Sevens series after a disappointing tournament in Hamilton this past weekend.
The Blitzboks finished in tenth place at the Hamilton Sevens after suffering a 12-5 defeat to Fiji in the ninth-place playoff on Sunday. DYLAN JACK reports.
Blitzboks coach Neil Powell lamented his side’s lack of accuracy after their pool stage loss to England at the Hamilton Sevens on Saturday.
The Blitzboks beat Japan, but a dramatic defeat by England is likely to have them fail to qualify for the Hamilton Sevens semi-finals.