New Zealand 7's captain DJ Forbes wants a repeat of their achievements in the 2007/2008 IRB 7's series as they head into the opening leg of this season in Dubai.

Forbes captained New Zealand to their most successful ever campaign between December 2007 and June 2008, during which they won six of the eight events on the World Series.

Under his leadership, the Kiwis won the Dubai, George, Wellington, San Diego and Hong Kong 7's, a run which extended to 47 matches unbeaten. They also won the season ending Edinburgh 7's to cap their series defense.

Forbes, who was named the IRB 7's series player of the year, said they are going to Dubai this week to defend what truly belongs to them.