- The HSBC SVNS Singapore 2026 ends its multi-day affair laden with programmes, clinics, activities, games, festival-fun and two days of electrifying rugby action
- Fiji Men’s Team defend their title perching victorious over France
- New Zealand Women’s power their way to winning glory over Australia
- The HSBC SVNS Singapore will return to The Kallang on 30 & 31 January 2027
SINGAPORE, 1 February 2026 – The HSBC SVNS Singapore 2026 (also known as the Family SVNS) concluded at the National Stadium at The Kallang where some 40,000 fans, enthusiasts and spectators were treated to an absolute spectacle of rugby theatre, engaging programmes and vibrant fanfare. It culminated in climactic battles that saw Fiji Men’s Team and New Zealand Women’s Team clinch the coveted championship trophies. Fiji Men’s shocked the stadium scoring all 21 points in their second half against 2024 Olympic Gold Medalists France, who scored 12, while New Zealand women’s crushed Australia with a 36-7 score.
Where World Class Rugby Propels Singapore Rugby
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Aside from main matches, the pitch was also home to the Ruck and Rumble tournaments which saw aspiring rugby athletes give it their absolute best against a world-class backdrop. It also featured multiple youth initiatives to help propel the sport in Singapore further among the young, creating more access and opportunities. One example is The Singapore Rugby Union Schools U14 Sevens which saw Anglo-Chinese School Independent triumph over St Andrews Secondary School to take the trophy. Further to those, from 2 February 2026, seven matches of the rugby National School Games will take place at the National Stadium at The Kallang, where thirteen schools will battle it out, while the Singapore Rugby Union National League U15s kicks off from 7 February 2026 featuring at least 6 games for junior rugby athletes from the ages of 8 to 11.
Family SVNS Lives Up to its Name
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From a cacophony of costumes and revelry at the stands, thrilling rugby action on the pitch, captivating clinics and sessions to a canvas for youths to discover their potential, this year’s Family SVNS lived up to its name. The promenade was a hive of activity, from wheelchair rugby matches, meet and greets with Peppa Pig and George, MY LITTLE PONY as well as Optimus Prime to engaging console games - fans young and old had something to enjoy. Parents could seek reprieve at the Kids Drop Off Zone and soak in the sun with refreshing drinks at the Beach Club or family-friendly dining options from Meatsmith and Burnt Ends Bakery.
The Family SVNS Will Return
The HSBC SVNS Singapore will return to The Kallang on 30 & 31 January 2027 with tickets launching later this year.