Dates confirmed for World Cup Sevens in Cape Town

The eighth edition of the Sevens Rugby World Cup will be held in Cape Town over the weekend of 9-11 September 2022, it has been announced. 

The tournament will be contested by 24 men’s and 16 women’s teams with all games taking place at the Cape Town stadium in Greenpoint.  

The top 8 men’s teams who have already qualified are the following: New Zealand, England, South Africa, Fiji, Argentina, USA, France, and Scotland. 

On the women’s side, the top five, already-qualified crop are; South Africa, New Zealand, France, Australia and USA. 

World Rugby Chairman Bill Beaumont said: “We are delighted to announce the tournament dates for Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 alongside the unveiling of a striking new brand that truly captures the unique, fun and carnival spirit of the tournament. 

“This is an exciting time for Sevens with less than 70 days to go until the upcoming Olympic Games in Tokyo and now with Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 also on the horizon. 

“South Africa has a rich history in hosting world-class international Sevens events, and we anticipate that Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022 will once again raise the bar for this unique tournament and be like no other.”