Rugby sevens is sometimes viewed as the code’s new kid on the block. That said, when the Commonwealth Games tournament kicks off this week at Robina Stadium on the Gold Coast, the game will bear little resemblance to that early incarnation. However, World Rugby has worked hard to shift the balance back to an on-field focus while retaining some of the party atmosphere. They are looking to repeat their feat of 2016 when they were crowned World Sevens Series Champions and then won gold at the Olympics. Unlike the regular World Series tournament format, only the top team from each pool progresses to the semi-finals, skipping the usual quarter-final fixture.

Source: The Guardian April 12, 2018 18:00 UTC