For Japan residents and rugby fans, the hype is not a new thing anymore. Back in 2019, the Rugby World Cup was there. That means it can be a good reason to welcome the Olympics Rugby as well.
Here is everything you need to know about Rugby games in the Tokyo Olympics 2021. without further ado, let’s see the facts below.
2021 Olympic Rugby Sevens Dates and Venues
As we know, the Tokyo Olympics will start in July.
Meanwhile, the 2021 Olympic Rugby Sevens will happen from 26 to 31 July 2021. The complete schedule is available on the official site of the Olympics. However, keep in mind that the time is in the JST or Japan Standard Time. Therefore, it is important to convert it to your local time so that you won’t miss catching up with the festivities.
The 2021 Olympic Rugby Sevens will take place at Tokyo Stadium.
Olympic Rugby Sevens Schedule 2021
Here is the complete Tokyo Olympics Rugby Sevens Schedule ( Men’s and Women’s) with start time, location, Event details:
*All times in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)
Tokyo 2021 Men’s Rugby Sevens Schedule
| Dates | Session time (AEST) | Event details | Venue |
| Monday, July 26 | 10am – 1pm | Men’s group stage (6 matches) | Tokyo Stadium |
| 5:30pm – 8:30pm | Men’s group stage (6 matches) | ||
| Tuesday, July 27 | 10am – 1pm | Men’s group stage (6 matches) | Tokyo Stadium |
| 5:30pm – 8:30pm | Men’s classification 9-12 (2 matches) | ||
| Men’s quarter-finals (4 matches) | |||
| Wednesday, July 28 | 10am – 1pm | Men’s classification 5-12 (4 matches) | Tokyo Stadium |
| Men’s semi-finals (2 matches) | |||
| 5:30pm – 8:30pm | Men’s classification 5-8 (2 matches) | ||
| Men’s bronze medal match | |||
| Men’s gold medal match |
Tokyo 2021 Women’s Rugby Sevens Schedule
| Dates | Session time (AEST) | Event details | Venue |
| Thursday, July 29 | 10am – 1pm | Women’s group stage (6 matches) | Tokyo Stadium |
| 5:30pm – 8:30pm | Women’s group stage (6 matches) | ||
| Friday, July 30 | 10am – 1pm | Women’s group stage (6 matches) | Tokyo Stadium |
| 5:30pm – 8:30pm | Women’s classification 9-12 (2 matches) | ||
| Women’s quarter-finals (4 matches) | |||
| Saturday, July 31 | 10am – 1pm | Women’s classification 5-12 (4 matches) | Tokyo Stadium |
| Women’s semi-finals (2 matches) | |||
| 5:30pm – 8:30pm | Women’s classification 5-8 (2 matches) | ||
| Women’s bronze medal match | |||
| Women’s gold medal match |
Also Check: Complete Tokyo Olympics Schedule 2021
How to Watch Olympic Rugby Sevens Live Stream Online?
Olympic Rugby Sevens live stream on different online streaming platforms, and TV Channel providers depend on different countries. So you need to check your location Olympics broadcasters to watch Olympic Rugby Sevens live online or on your TV set.
Are you want to watch Olympics Rugby Sevens live stream online free from any location? Follow our Olympics free streaming Guide.
Olympic Rugby Sevens Rules
If you know about rugby, you could comprehend the basic rules of rugby which involve the players earning points by running with the ball, passing it, and kicking it. Rugby Sevens in the Olympic pitch dimensions are 100 m x 70 m. the result of fewer players on the same field means that the games will be much faster to finish.
The time is 14 minutes with seven minutes halves. So it is much shorter than the normal rugby event. But the fast paced game is so enjoyable that you will notice a lot of spectacular moments on your favorite screen.
Olympics Rugby Sevens History
Rugby is not a new category in the Olympics. It happened in 1900, 1908, 1920, and 1924. The countries that won medals are France with three medals. They got one gold and two silvers. The USA team has two gold medals.
Meanwhile, Britain has one silver and one bronze. Australia has collected one single gold medal. Germany had one silverback in 1900. Last but not least, Romania’s team won bronze in 1924.
In this decade, the rugby sevens games were at the 2016 Olympic Games. The great thing now is that we already have the chance to witness the rugby sevens in the upcoming 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. So, buckle up and view the spectacle right from your seat.
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Top Olympic Rugby Sevens Teams at Tokyo Olympics
Rugby games will be hectic and competitive. Here are the top teams that we can see at the Tokyo Olympics.
Canada
Canadian Harry Jones has been competing alongside ally Nathan Hirayama. The pair has been around in the tough competition for a while. They have been traveling across the globe to represent the Canadian rugby team. They have been preparing for the best in the upcoming competition.
Great Britain
Great Britain attained a silver medal back in 2016. The Tokyo Olympic Games will be the next step for the team.
Japan Team
Japan had the semi-final at Rio 2016. The team consists of great pools of talented rugby players. You won’t regret following them.
WHAT ABOUT THE WOMEN!?
Check Women’s schedule also here! Thanks @harold white
Is New Zealand not considered a threat?