( CNN ) -- It 's the ultimate sporting world tour . The HSBC Sevens World Series comprises nine rugby sevens tournaments played across eight months in locations all around the world . The action began in Australia in October and the series will come to a blockbuster conclusion in London in May . It 's a sport where athleticism is king and is accompanied by a carnival atmosphere everywhere it visits . In this interactive map , CNN takes you inside the tournaments which make up this truly global sporting celebration .
The HSBC Bank World Series is cricket tournaments held around the world . The series started in Dubai and will conclude in London in May . The sport is famed for speed and power . It 's also renowned for the relaxed atmosphere experienced by fans .