We are used to seeing New Zealand top in the annual Sevens World Series because they have won the winners of 12 of the 15 games, but we may change soon.

Although they once again defended the champion, it is clear that they are not the former force, and now they are not leaders in body, speed, skill or game intelligence. He boasted of the wonderful record that coach Gordon Tietjens is no longer ahead of his field, and some of his strategies, if not outdated, lack creativity and even intelligence.

The general goal seems to be to repeatedly touch and re-circulate the ball until the defense loses shape, rather than looking for space or trying to get the player into the gap. Especially for South Africans, this is no longer applicable, because Blitz is the current master of defeat, their special commitment and passion drive not only New Zealand but also all teams. it…

Rugby Sevens – The World's Top? was originally published on Spring