‘Feared and respected’: Australia captain’s vision before SVNS Series

Australian men's sevens captain Henry Hutchison outlined his ambition for the national team to become both feared and respected across the international circuit ahead of the upcoming SVNS Series. The 29-year-old, who recently signed a new contract extending through the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, emphasized establishing greater consistency and physical dominance after Australia missed the podium at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Australia's preseason schedule includes fixtures against Fiji in Sydney followed by preparation matches against the All Blacks Sevens and Samoa in New Zealand. The squad is introducing newcomers Dane Mitchell and Tylan Berryman while welcoming back experienced players including Josh Coward, Harry Wilson, Ben Dalton, and Jayden Blake.