RugbyPass TV, the esteemed streaming platform for rugby matches, has officially announced its plans to incorporate more women’s rugby content into its lineup for the 2023/24 season. Fans can eagerly anticipate the inclusion of the Allianz Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) and the Celtic Challenge, providing them with the exciting opportunity to witness top female international stars in action.
The Allianz PWR, which showcases some of the finest talents from around the globe, will feature one live broadcast per round on RugbyPass TV. The competition, which commenced in November, is scheduled to conclude on 1 June, 2024. This presents a thrilling prospect for fans to experience high-quality women’s club rugby.
In addition to the Allianz PWR, RugbyPass TV will also offer the Celtic Challenge for viewing. Organised by the IRFU, Scottish Rugby, and WRU, with the financial backing of World Rugby, the competition will provide access to every match on the free-to-access platform. With an expanded format comprising six teams, the Celtic Challenge is set to run from 29 December to 3 March, 2024, serving as a valuable platform for emerging female players and bridging the gap between domestic and international women’s rugby in the Celtic nations.
RugbyPass TV has been a strong advocate for women’s rugby, most recently streaming action from the inaugural Women’s 15s tournament, WXV, in over 150 countries worldwide. This has played a critical role in promoting and increasing accessibility to women’s rugby. World Rugby’s Chief Marketing and Content Officer, James Rothwell, has expressed his enthusiasm regarding the inclusion of the PWR and Celtic Challenge on RugbyPass TV, highlighting the platform’s objective to drive global fan growth and enhance the visibility and accessibility of the women’s game.
The Celtic Challenge Competition Manager, Josh Payne, has also conveyed his enthusiasm, emphasizing the exceptional opportunity for fans to view every match on RugbyPass TV, further amplifying the competition’s exposure and providing players and teams with increased visibility on a global stage.
Since its launch ahead of the Rugby World Cup 2023, RugbyPass TV has amassed over 350,000 subscribers and 1.7 million users worldwide, offering fans the chance to watch live and on-demand content at no cost. The platform is readily accessible for download on mobile and tablet app and compatible with Smart TV and Chromecast, ensuring ease of access for fans to enjoy rugby matches.
The addition of the Allianz PWR and Celtic Challenge to RugbyPass TV signifies a significant advancement in making high-performance women’s rugby more accessible to fans around the world. It further underscores the platform’s commitment to enhancing the visibility and recognition of women’s rugby. With RugbyPass TV’s expanded offerings, fans can eagerly anticipate more opportunities to support and relish women’s rugby at both the club and international levels.