Early-bird tickets for the HSBC SVNS Kenya leg have sold out. The event organisers have confirmed 6000 plus tickets have already been sold.
The tickets are for the HSBC SVNS Division 2 tournament, a World Rugby-sanctioned event that will feature both men’s and women’s national sevens teams competing for crucial points on the global circuit.
The Nairobi leg is scheduled for February 14 and 15, with matches set to take place at Nyayo National Stadium.
The two-day event will offer fans a full festival of rugby, with multiple matches played daily across pool games, classification matches, and finals.
Unlike a single international fixture, the SVNS leg brings together several countries in a tournament format, allowing fans to watch different teams compete throughout the weekend.
Early-bird tickets were introduced at discounted rates to encourage advance purchases and reward early supporters.
Categories included regular stand and VIP options, all of which moved quickly once sales opened. Organisers have since confirmed that while early-bird tickets are no longer available, advance and gate tickets remain on sale, though demand is expected to remain high.
In the men’s competition, Kenya will face international opposition from the United States, Uruguay, and Germany.
The matchups promise fast-paced encounters, with each team aiming to finish at the top of the standings and improve their position within the Division 2 structure.
The women’s tournament will see the Kenya Lionesses take on Brazil, China, and Spain, offering a high-quality test against experienced sevens nations.
The Lionesses have steadily grown in competitiveness in recent years, and playing at home presents a rare opportunity to showcase their progress to a local audience.
The HSBC SVNS series underwent recent rebranding and restructuring by World Rugby, with Division 2 designed to expand competitiveness and offer more nations a pathway to elite-level rugby.
Strong performances in Division 2 tournaments are key for teams seeking promotion to higher tiers of the global sevens circuit.
Beyond the sporting stakes, the Nairobi leg is expected to deliver a vibrant fan experience.
The SVNS series is known for blending rugby with entertainment, music, and fan engagement, creating an atmosphere that appeals to both dedicated rugby followers and casual spectators.
Organisers have hinted at off-field activities designed to complement the on-field action across the two days.
The early-bird sell-out has been welcomed by rugby administrators and stakeholders as a positive indicator for the sport’s growth in Kenya.
It reflects renewed enthusiasm for live sporting events and confidence in Kenya’s ability to host major international competitions.
Hosting the tournament also places Nairobi among a select group of global cities trusted by World Rugby to stage SVNS events, a milestone that is expected to benefit local rugby development, tourism, and the broader sports economy.