New Study Reveals Rugby Sevens Power Rankings for 2021–2025

New Study Ranks the World’s Most Dominant Rugby Sevens Nations

Argentina ranks first with an average of 101.8 points, thanks to consistent high performance across recent seasons.
Fiji (2nd) and New Zealand (3rd) followed closely, averaging 91 and 86 points, respectively, across the five seasons.
Great Britain ranked last among the top 10 teams, with an average of just 53.4 points.

The study shows Argentina is the most consistent and high-performing team in the global Rugby Sevens circuit from 2021 to 2025.

The research by global sports insights platform Smart Betting Guide analyzed Rugby Sevens performance over five seasons using official tournament point data from 2021 to 2025. The study reveals which men’s national teams dominated the rankings over the period.

Argentina ranks first with an average of 101.8 points between 2021 and 2025, maintaining top-tier consistency with 181 points in 2023, 106 in 2024, and 104 in 2025. Their strong overall momentum places them as the team to beat.

Fiji ranks second with an average of 91 points between 2021 and 2025. With 157 points in 2023 and a solid 96 points in 2025, Fiji remains a perennial powerhouse with a reputation for explosive, fast-paced rugby.

New Zealand ranks third with an average of 86 points between 2021 and 2025, driven primarily by a massive 201-point haul in 2023, the highest among teams analyzed. Although their 2025 total dipped to 56, their peak performance solidifies their top-three status.

Looking at the study, a spokesperson from Smart Betting Guide commented:

“The findings reveal how teams like Argentina, Fiji, and New Zealand have maintained excellence in the global Sevens format.

“In contrast, other teams experienced fluctuating fortunes, showing how competitive and unpredictable this sport remains.

“Consistency and depth across multiple seasons are key differentiators for success on the Sevens stage.”

South Africa ranks fourth with an average of 85.4 points from 2021 to 2025. The team maintained stable performance year-over-year, peaking at 125 points in 2023 and remaining competitive in all five seasons.

Australia ranks fifth with 80.2 points on average between 2021 and 2025, supported by a strong 2023 showing of 135 points and respectable finishes in 2022 and 2024.

France (6th) had 75.6 average points, followed by England (7th) and Ireland (8th), both tied at 71. The USA (9th) recorded 55.2, and Great Britain (10th) rounded the list at 53.4.

Table of Extended Results:

Top 10 Men’s Rugby Sevens Teams by Average Points (2021–2025)
Men’s Team	Average Points	Rank
Argentina	101.8	1
Fiji	91.0	2
New Zealand	86.0	3
South Africa	85.4	4
Australia	80.2	5
France	75.6	6
England	71.0	7
Ireland	71.0	8
USA	55.2	9
Great Britain	53.4	10

The study was conducted by Smart Betting Guide, a trusted source for global sports data and trends.

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Methodology

The study analyzed Rugby Sevens performance over five seasons using official tournament point data from 2021 to 2025. The study reveals which men’s national teams dominated the rankings over the period.

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