Exciting News in Rugby Development

David Wilks to join the KL Tigers

We’re thrilled to announce that, as of September 2025, David Wilks, the current Head of the Leicester Tigers Academy in the UK, will be joining us. David has played a key role in developing numerous England internationals through the Leicester Tigers Academy and has also coached the Leicester Tigers first team during the 2024-2025 season.

David has worked closely with KL Tigers over the last 10 years, helping us build our global partner club with Leicester. We’re incredibly fortunate to have someone as experienced as Dave joining us in KL.

Dave will take over from Gary’s leadership role as our new Director of Rugby, overseeing all on-field rugby activities across the entire club. We want to extend a huge thank you to Gary for his incredible dedication over the past decade. While Gary will be stepping back from his current role, he will continue to be heavily involved in an advisory capacity as well as a member of the Senior Rugby Development Team .

This is a really exciting week for us at KL Tigers, with both the announcement of Dave joining us in September and the KL Tigers International 10s tournament this weekend. We’re really excited to see everyone there and build a fantastic future for KL Tigers!

KL Tigers International 10s 2025

February 18, 2025

KL Tigers International Rugby 10s Returns in 2025 A Showcase of Youth, Passion & Partnership -168 Teams from Four Countries Set to Compete- KL Tigers Rugby Football Club proudly announces the highly anticipated return of the KL Tigers International Rugby 10s, scheduled for 22nd and 23rd February 2025 at the Bukit Kiara Equestrian & Country Resort. This year’s event is particularly exciting with the introduction of a new 15-a-side competition for U15-U17 players alongside the usual 10s format for U6-U14s. Recognised as one of the region's premier youth rugby tournaments, this year's edition will feature 168 teams from Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan, uniting young rugby talents across age groups from U6 to U18, alongside a veterans' match and a dedicated girls' Touch Rugby section. Attila Emam, KL Tigers Club President , said: “With an expected turnout exceeding 7,000 players and spectators, the tournament continues to uphold rugby's core values of integrity, passion, teamwork, discipline and respect. More than just a competition, it stands as a celebration of community, sportsmanship and youth athletic development in Malaysia.” A Platform for Growth, Backed by Leading Brands The KL Tigers International Rugby 10s is proudly supported by esteemed partners committed to growing the sport and fostering young talent: Tournament Partners: Pos Malaysia, Liberty Insurance, UEM Sunrise, Bank Muamalat Club Partners: Yinson Group, Pos Malaysia, AGS, 360 Financial, Boost Juice, Fresh Fruits Supported By: Ministry of Youth & Sports Malaysia and Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture Malaysia Their involvement demonstrates the growing corporate support for grassroots sports development, highlighting rugby's role in building character, leadership and community engagement.