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Summary Jack Wilson and Lolagi Visinia scored early first-half tries.
They lead defending champion New Zealand to a 19-12 win over South Africa and a place in the final of Hong Kong Sevens rugby against Fiji.Fiji beat England 14-7 in the other semifinal to set up a showdown between the leading teams after five rounds of the IRB world series. New Zealand has 92 points and Fiji 87.Earlier Sunday, England scored a late try to beat Australia 19-14 and Fiji defeated Argentina 26-7 to advance to the semifinals. South Africa ended Samoas unbeaten run with a 27-14 win and New Zealand defeated Wales 31-7.In the qualifying tournament semifinals for next seasons world series, Canada beat Portugal 14-12 and Spain downed Japan 17-12.--AP
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