While the Black Ferns Sevens were named League Winners in Singapore earlier this month, both teams qualified for the 16-team final event to be played across three days.
The All Blacks Sevens welcome the return of Akuila Rokolisoa, who missed the last three tournaments through injury and add experience with the return of Scott Curry, Sam Dickson and Joe Webber.
Tomasi Cama said the team is motivated by the opportunity to win their 15th World Series title.
“The last couple of tournaments have been good, we felt like we got our flow going – even with the squads changing a bit. We’ve really narrowed down our focus on our game to make sure the players are clear on their jobs and ready to go game one against Fiji.”
There is only one change to the Black Ferns Sevens with Tenika Willison coming in for the injury Shiray Kaka. Coach Cory Sweeney said the winner-takes-all tagline does not change their approach.
“Every time we wear the black jersey we want to perform; this is no different. We have managed the last few weeks really well, we want to use Madrid as an opportunity to strengthen combinations, feel and deal with pressure and perform.”
The All Blacks Sevens are in Pool B with Ireland, Fiji and South Africa while the Black Ferns Sevens are in Pool A alongside USA, Canada and Great Britain.
The All Blacks Sevens squad is:
Leroy Carter
Dylan Collier -captain
Tepaea Cook-Savage
Scott Curry
Sam Dickson
Andrew Knewstubb
Moses Leo
Tone Ng Shiu
Akuila Rokolisoa
Brady Rush
Codemeru Vai
Regan Ware
Joe Webber
Unavailable due to injury: Sione Molia, Fehi Fineanganofo, Payton Spencer, Tim Mikkelson, Kitiona Vai and Amanaki Nicole.
The Black Ferns Sevens squad is:
Michaela Blyde
Jazmin Felix-Hotham
Tysha Ikenasio
Tyla King
Jorja Miller
Manaia Nuku
Mahina Paul
Risaleaana Pouri-Lane – captain
Alena Saili
Theresa Setefano
Stacey Waaka
Tenika Willison
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe
Unavailable due to injury: Sarah Hirini and Shiray Kaka
