Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 Stars to Shine at Emirates Dubai 7s

This November, the Emirates Dubai 7s will be a dazzling event featuring stars from the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025. A number of athletes from this record-setting tournament will return to action in the HSBC SVNS, as the match schedules and pools are officially announced.

Event Details

The 2025 Emirates Dubai 7s is set to unfold from November 28 to 30 at The Sevens Stadium. This tournament serves as the opening event for the HSBC SVNS Series and conveniently coincides with the UAE National Day holiday weekend, allowing fans to enjoy an exciting match-up during this festive time.

Exciting Format of the HSBC SVNS

The revamped HSBC SVNS features six regular-season events, each showcasing eight teams from both the women’s and men’s divisions. These competitions span two days, enabling fans to watch an array of matchups leading up to the finals. Following the regular season, the tournament will culminate in three thrilling SVNS World Championship Series events. Here, the top 12 teams, including the best from Division 1 and 2, will vie for the prestigious title of world champions.

Women’s Tournament Highlights

In the women’s section, expect fierce competition with notable participants such as the Olympic champions from New Zealand and the reigning champions from Dubai, Australia. The competition will feature some of the most well-known names in women’s rugby, making it a must-watch event.

Opening Matches: The first day will kick off with an exciting match between New Zealand and France at 10:58 AM (local time, GMT+4). Following this, Australia will defend their title against Japan at 11:42 AM. Other notable matchups include Fiji facing France at 13:59 and a highly anticipated game between Australia and Great Britain at 18:11.

Men’s Tournament Dynamics

The men’s competition promises to be equally riveting, particularly with the formation of a “pool of champions.” In Pool A, powerhouse teams like Fiji, Argentina, France, and South Africa will go head-to-head. Key matches on the opening day include Fiji versus Argentina at 13:10 and South Africa against France at 13:32, alongside an electrifying double header featuring New Zealand facing Australia at 15:54 and Fiji taking on South Africa at 16:16.

Quotes from the Organizers

World Rugby Chief Executive Alan Gilpin commented, “The HSBC SVNS is back! Dubai is the perfect kickoff for this newly designed series, featuring the world’s top teams and more intense matches over two days. With an eye on the LA 2028 Olympic Games, fans can look forward to seeing some of the brightest stars from the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 in action, bringing them closer to the athletes who are inspiring a new fanbase for the sport.”

Festival Director Mathew Tait added, “With numerous Women’s Rugby World Cup stars returning, this year’s Emirates Dubai 7s will be a showcase of exceptional talent. Dubai is setting the tone for the global series, and fans can expect thrilling matches, exciting music, and a vibrant atmosphere.”

More Than Just Rugby

Beyond the thrilling matches, the Emirates Dubai 7s remains the Middle East’s largest sports and entertainment festival. It features a variety of sporting events, including cricket hosted by Dulsco Group, netball presented by Dubai Holding Community Management, Rebound Padel, and the newly introduced WODON3 fitness competition with a ‘Super Social’ category.

Notable Music Line-Up

The entertainment continues off the field, with an impressive music lineup for the weekend. Fans can enjoy performances from Tinie Tempah, Sean Paul, and Shaggy on Saturday, while superstar DJs EZ and FISHER will cap off the festival on Sunday.

Ticket Information

Tickets for the Emirates Dubai 7s are now available, offering several options for attendees:

• General admission three-day passes: AED 595 (AED 525 for People of Determination)
• Single-day tickets: Starting from AED 455 (AED 375 for People of Determination)
• Premium hospitality packages: Including the exclusive Sunroom experience.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit emiratesdubai7s.com.

Get ready for a fun-filled weekend of world-class rugby and entertainment in Dubai!