HSBC SVNS allocate another stand to Kenya Sevens fans after Perth 7s success

Kenyan rugby fans in Canada are set for another thrilling experience after the HSBC SVNS allocated them a special stand for the upcoming Vancouver 7s, which is scheduled for Friday, February 21, to Sunday, February 23.

This move comes in response to the passionate support witnessed at the Perth 7s in Australia, where Shujaa fans turned the stadium into a sea of red, black, green, and white.

During the Perth 7s, Kenyan supporters created an electric atmosphere, singing, dancing, and rallying behind the team with unwavering energy.

Their enthusiasm did not go unnoticed, prompting HSBC SVNS organizers to designate another exclusive stand for them at the Vancouver 7s.

For the Canadian leg of the series, Kenyan fans will occupy sections 234-235, ensuring a vibrant and unified cheering squad.

A general admission pass will grant fans access to the allocated section, making it easier for supporters to congregate and amplify the energy in the stands.

Shujaa fans have long been recognized as the most passionate in the rugby sevens circuit. They often bring an infectious carnival-like atmosphere to tournaments worldwide. Vancouver is expected to witness yet another unforgettable showcase of Kenyan rugby spirit.

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They will be looking to improve from their 10th-place finish during the Perth 7s in January.

Shujaa have been placed in a fair Pool A, together with Argentina, Paris Olympic champions France, and Great Britain.

This will not be the first time Kenya has faced France. The two sides last met during the Dubai 7s opening pool match, in which France emerged victorious 24-19 in a match decided in sudden death.

The Kenyans will be out for revenge.

Argentina is also a familiar opponent for Shujaa. They last met on December 8 during the Cape Town 7s, with Kenya going down 14-26. Like France, Argentina will be keen for revenge.

Kenya's rivalry with their final pool opponents, Great Britain, also dates back to the Cape Town 7s, where Shujaa defeated them 32-17 in the seventh-place playoff, finishing their campaign in seventh place.

The team will be looking to extend their fine form.

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In Australia, Shujaa started their pool matches with a 29-14 defeat to New Zealand before going down 21-14 to Fiji. They ended their pool campaign with a thrilling 19-5 victory over Uruguay, finishing in ninth place.

In the ninth-place semifinal, the determined Kenya 7s team defeated the USA 26-21 to set up a clash against the All Blacks.

Unfortunately, they went down 19-12 to the All Blacks, finishing in 10th place, a drop from their Cape Town 7s performance where they finished seventh.

Meanwhile, Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, and Ireland will face off in Pool B, which is arguably the tournament's "pool of death."

In Pool C, Spain, Fiji, Uruguay, and the USA will prove their mettle.