The Fiji 7s team after winning the Hamilton title [Source: World Rugby]
The Fiji Airways men’s 7s side has defended the Hamilton title after thumping USA 38-0 in the Cup final.
@fijirugby #NZSevens pic.twitter.com/dmjAeMjRgw
— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) January 27, 2019
Seven stars make up your @HSBC_Sport Dream Team at the #HSBC7s in Hamilton
Kalione Nasoko @fijirugby @benpinkelman2 @USARugby
Meli Derenalagi @fijirugbyVilimoni Botitu @fijirugby@Carlin_Isles @USARugby
Folau Niua @USARugby
Amianisi Tuimaba @fijirugby pic.twitter.com/pGiY4V2HNE— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) January 27, 2019
Jerry Tuwai, Waisea Nacuqu and Aminiasi Tuimaba scored in the first half as Fiji led 17-nil at the breather.
The @HSBC_Sport Player of the Final is the Fijian magician, Jerry Tuwai #NZSevens pic.twitter.com/ERLC5bvBgl
— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) January 27, 2019
@fijirugby
@USARugby
@AllBlacks7s #NZSevens pic.twitter.com/hhb4EMLdfP— HSBC NZ Sevens (@NZ_Sevens) January 27, 2019
It was a one way traffic in the second spell, as Tuwai scored his second try as speedster Alasio Naduva also managed to get two tries in the game.
THIS. Is how rugby sevens should be played. Different level of skill from Fiji. #DHLRugby pic.twitter.com/mZCp2EFKO8
— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) January 27, 2019
Something truly unique to rugby sevens. @HSBC_Sport ball carrier gets lifted high by Fiji! pic.twitter.com/PCXumvthxk
— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) January 27, 2019
“Humanity is a big part of our values, we talk as a team, anybody is part of our family. A ball girl coming in there is much as likely to be on this rugby field as anybody else”
– Coach Gareth BaberA very special lesson on life. ?? pic.twitter.com/sGUNXPEOA7
— Fiji 7s Team (@Fiji7sTeam) January 27, 2019
Fiji 7s coach Gareth Baber who received the UL Mark of Excellence Award says he’s proud of the boys and their performance.
“Just keep carrying on, its hard work, perseverance, it’s believe in each other and believe in the Lord plus the power and strength that he gives us. Most of all it’s believing in all the people back in Fiji and this Mark of Excellency for all the children that we see so often playing around us.”
The UL Mark of Excellence Award goes to Fiji, after they showed true values of the game during the #NZSevens final @ULdialogue #EmpoweringTrust pic.twitter.com/L6SiYkrNi5
— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) January 27, 2019
? After an incredible tournament, it’s @fijirugby‘s Vilimoni Botitu who finishes top of the @DHLRugby performance tracker with a massive 46 points. He’s your #DHLImpactPlayer in Hamilton#DHLImpactPlayer pic.twitter.com/KV2ksqDEYa
— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) January 27, 2019
Fiji 7s captain Kalione Nasoko dedicated the win to the fans who were present in huge numbers to support the team.
“First of all I would like to thank the lord all mighty who has been the source of strength and the power for team. Also to the big crowd, there is a lot of supporters from Fiji, we like to play in-front of the crowd here. Thank you so much for your supports, for us it feels like playing at home and this win is for you all.”
Winners! @fijirugby celebrate winning back to back #NZSevens titles the Fijian way pic.twitter.com/KahFQBdcKU
— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) January 27, 2019
No better way to spend a family Sunday than by celebrating our 2019 Hamilton Champions. Vinaka boys –– you brought great pride to every Fijian tonight #TosoFiji #NZSevens pic.twitter.com/w0G0NmkFoB
— Frank Bainimarama (@FijiPM) January 27, 2019
The Fiji fans at the Hamilton 7s [Source: World Rugby]
Fiji pride ?? pic.twitter.com/R6waTn3RyZ
— HSBC NZ Sevens (@NZ_Sevens) January 27, 2019
Congratulations to @FIJI7sRugby for winning the 2019 #NZSevens, what a weekend! ??? pic.twitter.com/o3MdmSsQch
— HSBC NZ Sevens (@NZ_Sevens) January 27, 2019
In front of a sea of Fiji fans, Jerry Tuwai runs it in. pic.twitter.com/pYijxLAlTG
— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) January 27, 2019
Fiji will now reset and focus on the Sydney 7s next weekend.
It’s all square at the top of the #HSBC7s standings.
??@fijirugby – 57
??@USARugby – 57
??@AllBlacks7s – 54
??@Blitzboks -44
????@EnglandRugby – 38 pic.twitter.com/TtLyFEHI8B— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) January 27, 2019
Celebrating with the supporters | @fijirugby pic.twitter.com/4uPth7XAVO
— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) January 27, 2019
| MATCH | TIME | TEAM 1 | SCORE | TEAM 2 | STAGE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M25 | 9:00AM | Argentina | 35 - 0 | Japan | CTQF |
| M26 | 9:22AM | Kenya | 19 - 12 | Tonga | CTQF |
| M27 | 9:44AM | Spain | 19 - 10 | Wales | CTQF |
| M28 | 10:06AM | England | 21 - 5 | France | CTQF |
| M29 | 10:36AM | Fiji | 33 - 7 | Canada | Cup QF 1 |
| M30 | 10:58AM | South Africa | 28 - 19 | Samoa | Cup QF 2 |
| M31 | 11:20AM | New Zealand | 24 - 17 | Australia | Cup QF 3 |
| M32 | 11:42AM | USA | 19 - 14 | Scotland | Cup QF 4 |
| M33 | 12:10PM | Japan | 7 - 31 | Tonga | 13th Place SF |
| M34 | 12:32PM | Wales | 19 - 35 | France | 13th Place SF |
| M35 | 12:54PM | Argentina | 7 - 24 | Kenya | CTSF |
| M36 | 13:16PM | Spain | 7 - 38 | England | CTSF |
| M37 | 14:26PM | Canada | 19 - 28 | Samoa | 5th Place SF |
| M38 | 14:48PM | Australia | 14 - 24 | Scotland | 5th Place SF |
| M39 | 15:16PM | Fiji | VS | South Africa | Cup SF |
| M40 | 15:38PM | New Zealand | VS | USA | Cup SF |
| M41 | 16:00PM | Tonga | VS | France | 13th Place Final |
| M42 | 17:00PM | Kenya | VS | England | CT Final |
| M43 | 17:26PM | Samoa | VS | Scotland | 5th Place Playoff |
| M44 | 18:10PM | Loser M39 | VS | Loser M40 | Bronze Final |
| M45 | 19:10PM | Winner M39 | VS | Winner M40 | Cup Final |
