Sevens World Series round-up

A quick reminder of what happened in the first three tournaments of the 2014-15 season.

Rebels finish strong

The Rebels finished their pre-season schedule with a come-from-behind 25-24 win over the Highlanders in Melbourne on Thursday.

Smith next to go

All Blacks centre and Hurricanes centre Conrad Smith will join French club Pau after the World Cup in England.

Hunt handed No 10 jersey

Karmichael Hunt will start at flyhalf in the Reds' final pre-season match against the Crusaders in Queensland on Friday.

All Blacks back for Hurricanes

The Hurricanes have named a strong starting line-up for their final pre-season game against the Blues on Friday.

Italy opt for experience

Jacques Brunel has named an experienced side as Italy look to put last year's winless campaign behind them against Ireland in Rome on Saturday.

Heaslip misses out

Jamie Heaslip has lost his fitness battle and will sit out Ireland's Six Nations opener against Italy in Rome on Saturday.