14 Aug 2006

Dubai: The Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens will once again launch the International Rugby Board (IRB) Sevens World Series.

To be held from November 30 to December 2, the Middle East's leading sporting and social weekend will kick-start the IRB Sevens global circuit for the sixth consecutive year.

"The IRB's continued support of the Dubai Rugby Sevens is a glowing endorsement of this unique event which has grown considerably throughout the last couple of years," said Gary Chapman, president group services and Dnata, Emirates Group.

Champions England have already expressed their desire to win a third Dubai crown on the trot.

Fixtures

Dubai: Dec. 1-2

George (South Africa): Dec. 8-9

Wellington (New Zealand): Feb. 2-3

San Diego (USA): Feb. 10-11

Hong Kong: March 30-31 and April 1

Adelaide (Australia): April 7-8

London: May 26-27.

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