“We are very proud to extend our partnership with BKT URC and to enter into our third consecutive agreement with one of the most exciting leagues in world rugby supported by passionate club rugby fans across Scotland, Ireland, Wales, South Africa and Italy,” said Richard Sweeney, CEO of Premier Sports.
“The diversity, competitiveness and quality of rugby on show each weekend in the BKT URC is exceptional and it’s been an exciting journey to have been on over the past seven years and great to see how the Championship has made huge strides forward with rugby audiences reaching record levels.”
“Extending our BKT URC partnership is exciting news for UK rugby fans as we now offer six premium rugby competitions under one roof in an easy to access viewing platform, which is something that rugby fans have been asking for and gives our customers even more value for money. Premier Sports has become the home for all the best rugby action from the top club competitions in the world.”
- Every BKT URC match (151 per season) – with 131 games exclusive to Premier Sports
- Investec Champions Cup (63 games) – including all knockout rounds and the final
- EPCR Challenge Cup – select pool matches and full knockout coverage
- TOP 14 (80 matches) – four games per round plus playoffs and final
- Major League Rugby – two games per round and full playoffs
- Japan Rugby League One – two games per round and full playoffs
EDITORS PICKS:
- Predicting a realistic Australia-New Zealand combined team to face the Lions this Summer
- All Blacks centre Reiko Ioane confirms shock Leinster move to replace Jordie Barrett
- Georgia begin World Rugby-backed talks to join elite European competition
- Statement: England forward ruled out of the British & Irish Lions tour
- Owen Farrell given brutal player rating with Lions chances fading fast
- “Bit of a D*head” – Johnny Sexton gives blunt verdict on Leinster’s new star Rieko Ioane
WIN A TRIP TO THE 2025 LIONS:
- 2 x Return flight tickets from the UK to Australia
- 2 x Tickets to watch the 2nd Test in Melbourne
- 2 x Tickets to watch the 3rd Test in Sydney
- 4 x Night’s accommodation in Melbourne with bed & breakfast (24-27 July)
- 7 x Night’s accommodation in Sydney with bed & breakfast (28 July-3 Aug)
- 2 x Flight tickets Melbourne to Sydney including airport hotel group transfers
- 2 x Tickets to watch a private function with Lions legends
- Additional events to be announced
