South Africa’s reign as Dubai Sevens champions has come to an end. The Blitzboks, who have won the last five tournaments in the United Arab Emirates, were beaten 24-17 in the quarterfinal by New Zealand who outscored their opponents by four tries to three. The teams were tied at seven-all at half-time. It was the
South Africa’s reign as Dubai Sevens champions has come to an end.
The Blitzboks, who have won the last five tournaments in the United Arab Emirates, were beaten 24-17 in the quarterfinal by New Zealand who outscored their opponents by four tries to three.
The teams were tied at seven-all at half-time.
It was the All Blacks’ first victory in eight matches over the Blitzboks in the desert and a record 200th Cup quarterfinal appearance in World Rugby’s Sevens Series.
Not to be in 2024. Title hopes dashed by @nz_sevens in Dubai. pic.twitter.com/mUo9uuEVBA
— Springbok Sevens (@Blitzboks) December 1, 2024
