England won a superb final in extra time against New Zealand by 31-26 to claim the London 7s at Twickenham.
The Cup title is England's first on home soil in five years and means that South Africa will have to wait another week before celebrating winning the IRB 7s world series.
Speaking to IRB.com after the finals, Micky Young who scored England's crucial try in sudden death said the experience to win on home soil is just too good.
The Ben Rayn coached England side have won the England 7s tournament title for the first time on home ground in five years and means that South Africa will have to wait another week before celebrating winning the IRB 7s world series.
Meanwhile, the Digicel Fiji 7s team defeated Portugal this morning by 24 points to 10 to win the Plate Final at the England 7s.
Fiji scored three tries that came from Nasoni Roko, Emosi Vucago and Waqabaca Kotobalavu.
Speaking from Twickenham Stadium after the win, Digicel Fiji 7s Coach Iliesa Tanivula said that all teams have improved over the series.
Fiji was bundled out in the Cup quarterfinals after they lost to a much improved New Zealand team by 33-14.
Kenya beat Wales by 12-7 to win the Bowl final and Canada beat USA by 27-7 to take the Shield.
After the England 7s South Africa lead the points table with 116 points, England is second on 96 and Fiji is third on 82 points.
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