Teams

Teams, Player Profiles, Latest News and Video

All Blacks Sevens

SEASON STATS
UPDATED
GAMES
33
WON
30
DRAWN
0
LOST
3
POINTS
858
TRIES
136
CONV
88
PEN
0
SEASON STATS
UPDATED
GAMES
33
WON
30
DRAWN
0
LOST
3
POINTS
858
TRIES
136
CONV
88
PEN
0

About the team

The All Blacks Sevens have been one of the most successful international sevens team in the world, competing regularly on the World Rugby Sevens World Series circuit, which the team has won 12 times.

The All Blacks Sevens have been one of the most successful international sevens team in the world, competing regularly on the World Rugby Sevens World Series circuit, which the team has won 12 times.

The All Blacks Sevens have lifted the Rugby World Cup of Sevens three times, in 2001, 2013 and 2018, plus they have won four Commonwealth Games gold medals.

The All Blacks Sevens team was first selected in 1973 and attended a major international tournament for the first time in 1983 - the famous Hong Kong Sevens.

All Blacks Sevens players have won the World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year on five occasions; Afeleke Pelenise (2007), DJ Forbes (2008), Tomasi Cama (2012) and Tim Mikkelson (2013). DJ Forbes holds the record for most appearances having appeared in 89 tournaments before retiring at the end of 2017.

 

Current Squad

Akuila Rokolisoa
Amanaki Nicole
Andrew Knewstubb
Brady Rush
Dylan Collier
Joe Webber
Kitiona Vai
Kurt Baker
Moses Leo
Ngarohi McGarvey-Black
Ollie Sapsford
Regan Ware
Sam Dickson
Scott Curry
Sione Molia
Tim Mikkelson
Tone Ng Shiu
Trael Joass
Vilimoni Koroi
William Warbrick

All Blacks Sevens NEWS

View all
Caleb Clarke and Etene Nanai-Seturo set sights on Olympics
With the lure of an Olympic medal in two months, All Black and Blues winger Caleb Clarke and Chiefs outside back Etene Nanai-Seturo have today returned to the All Blacks Sevens programme in a bid to be selected for the Tokyo games.
Three New Zealand referees selected for Tokyo Olympics
Referees James Doleman, Lauren Jenner and Selica Winiata are among 22 match officials selected by World Rugby for the Olympic Games in Tokyo.
Takiwhitu Tutūru provides ideal Olympic preparation
The All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens teams are another step closer to the Tokyo Olympics, competing across three days at the Takiwhitu Tutūru tournament in Wellington last weekend.
All Blacks Podcast with Clark Laidlaw
All Blacks Sevens coach Clark Laidlaw joins the All Blacks Podcast to talk about his upbringing in the Scottish borders and journey through the rugby ranks.
Showcase weekend of sevens set for Wellington
Rugby fans in Wellington will be treated to a fast-paced weekend of sevens action as the All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens take their Olympic preparation to the Capital.
Inspirational new recruit added to Blitzboks squad
South Africa have included one new player in their squad to compete in the Madrid Sevens, one of two tournaments organised by World Rugby to assist teams qualified to compete at the Olympic Games later in the year.
21 things to look forward to in 2021
We present you with 21 things to look forward to on the rugby field in 2021.
Three uncapped players join sevens squads
Northland’s Brady Rush, son of All Blacks Sevens legend Eric Rush, is set to follow in his father’s footsteps, joining the All Blacks Sevens squad as a contracted player in 2021.
The Summer of 2020/2021: What our players got up to
Kiwis all over the country got to enjoy a well-deserved summer break after a tough 2020. Our New Zealand rugby players were no different. We had a scroll through the social channels and caught up with what some of our players got up to over the summer.

Sevens nations look ahead to Tokyo 2021 Olympics
Olympic Games hopes for the world's Sevens rugby nations will face a test of planning and preparation after the pre-Games opportunities were reduced as a result of Covid-19.
All Blacks Captain Sam Cane wins Kelvin R Tremain Player of the Year award
All Blacks Captain Sam Cane has received the top honour at the 2020 ASB Rugby Awards tonight, claiming the Kelvin R Tremain Memorial award for overall Player of the Year, after also picking up the All Black of the Year title.
Nominees announced for 2020 ASB Rugby Awards
New Zealand’s top rugby performers of 2020 will be recognised in a special ASB Rugby Awards TV event, with the nominees announced by New Zealand Rugby (NZR) today.
Bolt teams light up Red Bull Ignite7
It was a double victory for the Bolt teams at the 2020 Red Bull Ignite7 with both the men’s and women’s sides claiming the silverware in Mt Maunganui over the weekend.
PREVIEW: 2020 Red Bull Ignite7
An action-packed weekend of sevens kicks off on Saturday at Blake Park with the 2020 edition of Red Bull Ignite7.
Teams selected for 2020 Red Bull Ignite7
Red Bull Ignite7 captains have selected their teams for the 2020 tournament with a live draft event confirming the sides this evening.
Teammates turn rivals for Red Bull Ignite7
Some of the best sevens players in country will lead the eight Red Bull Ignite7 teams next month with the captains, and coaches, named today.
Leading men's players selected for Red Bull Ignite7
New Zealand’s leading sevens players will go head to head with the next generation of talent at next month’s Red Bull Ignite7 with the men’s players announced today.
Sevens coaches go to new heights for Dingle Foundation fundraising
All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens Coaches will be stepping out of their comfort zone next month as they take part in the annual Dingle Foundation Drop Your Boss fundraiser.
14 nominations for New Zealand in World Rugby's Player of the Decade awards
Rugby fans around the world will have a say in the World Rugby Awards Special Edition by selecting the best players and tries of the decade (2010-19). The nominations include five All Blacks, two All Blacks Sevens players, four Black Ferns Sevens players and three Black Ferns.
Red Bull Ignite7 returns with exciting new format
Red Bull Ignite7 breaks new ground again in 2020 as the country’s leading sevens players go head to head this December.

All Blacks Sevens Videos

View all
Best off-field moments: 2020
While the rugby on show in 2020 was impressive, some of the off-field moments…
ASB Rugby Awards: 2020
Join hosts Bernadine Oliver-Kerby, Joey Wheeler & Ruby Tui as they present a…
Sevens coaches face their fears for charity
All Blacks Sevens coach Clark Laidlaw and Black Ferns Sevens co-coaches Cory…
Investec Super Rugby Isolation Nation: Episode 15
We are just one week out from the return of rugby and the start of Investec…
Investec Super Rugby Isolation Nation: Episode 9
It's that time of the week again. Investec Super Rugby Isolation Nation is…
Clarke returns to All Blacks Sevens
Two years since his last outing speedster Caleb Clarke makes his return to the…
REACTION: Double Sevens success in Hamilton
Hear from the All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens after they both took out…
REACTION: All Blacks Sevens Day 1 Hamilton 2020
We catch up with All Blacks Sevens co-captain Tim Mikkelson after his side went…
Milestone tournament for Tomasi Cama in Hamilton
This weekend's New Zealand Sevens in Hamilton will be extra special for All…
What is your favourite holiday destination?
It's the holiday season, where is your favourite place to relax over the New…
Red Bull Ignite7 | Day Four
That's a wrap! Congratulations to all those who were part of the 2019…
Red Bull Ignite7 Day Three
Day three of #redbullignite7 gave us a visit from another elite athlete. Young…
Red Bull Ignite7 Day Two
Skills, strength, power, speed and overall fitness were the main tests at Red…
Red Bull Ignite7 Day One
What's been going on at the 2019 Red Bull Ignite7...Find out as the hunt for…
Search for sevens superstars returns with Red Bull Ignite7
New Zealand Rugby’s search for sevens superstars has once again unearthed an…
All Blacks Sevens finish season third overall
Catch all the reaction from the season-ending tournament which saw the All…
SPOTLIGHT: Scott Curry to play 50th Tournament
This weekend Scott Curry will become just the sixth player to notch up 50…
Sounds of the All Blacks Sevens
"We’re all from different parts of the world so when we sing, we sing together…
All Blacks Sevens recovery between tournaments
Travelling from one tournament to the next, we chat with All Blacks Sevens…
All Blacks Sevens finish fifth, Fiji win in London