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International pay-TV broadcaster BeIN Sports has secured exclusive rights to the 2019 Rugby World Cup in multiple Asian territories as Japan plays host to the tournament’s debut on the continent.
BeIN Asia Pacific, the group’s regional operation, will broadcast the event in Indonesia, Hong Kong, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Singapore, including pre and post-tournament coverage between 6th September and 10th November.
Live coverage from all 48 tournament matches, which take place between 20th September and 2nd November, will be available via a dedicated channel, BeIN Sports Rugby, as well as BeIN’s live-streaming app, BeIN Sports Connect.
BeIN’s production will also include news, analysis, highlights, and special features, including round-the-clock rugby programmes featuring the greatest moments and best tries from past Rugby World Cups in the build up to the tournament.
Mike Kerr, BeIN’s regional managing director, said: “The rugby fan base in Asia has grown considerably since the last Rugby World Cup [held in England in 2015].
“With the tournament set in Asia for the very first time, it will be an amazing spectacle and a game-changer for the sport.
“We are incredibly excited to be a part of this momentous event and are committed to bringing high-quality coverage and enhancing fans’ experience across BeIN’s multiple touchpoints.”
While rugby union is not traditionally followed in Asian territories, BeIN’s rights agreement will act as a key stepping stone for World Rugby, the sport’s global governing body, as it aims to reach new Far East markets on the back of its first major tournament in the region.
Incidentally, rugby union has grown in popularity in Hong Kong and Singapore, which both host events on the World Rugby’s international Sevens series, as part of the sport’s short-format game.
World Rugby chairman Bill Beaumont said: “As home region for the tournament, Asia is a very important market for rugby participation and fan base growth and we are excited about the comprehensive platform that will be provided by BeIN, a passionate leader in sport’s broadcasting.
“In partnership with them we will reach and convert a new fanbase, benefitting the sport long after the tournament has finished.”
International pay-TV broadcaster BeIN Sports has secured exclusive rights to the 2019 Rugby World Cup in multiple Asian territories as Japan plays host to the tournament’s debut on the continent.
BeIN Asia Pacific, the group’s regional operation, will broadcast the event in Indonesia, Hong Kong, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Singapore, including pre and post-tournament coverage between 6th September and 10th November.
Live coverage from all 48 tournament matches, which take place between 20th September and 2nd November, will be available via a dedicated channel, BeIN Sports Rugby, as well as BeIN’s live-streaming app, BeIN Sports Connect.
BeIN’s production will also include news, analysis, highlights, and special features, including round-the-clock rugby programmes featuring the greatest moments and best tries from past Rugby World Cups in the build up to the tournament.
Mike Kerr, BeIN’s regional managing director, said: “The rugby fan base in Asia has grown considerably since the last Rugby World Cup [held in England in 2015].
“With the tournament set in Asia for the very first time, it will be an amazing spectacle and a game-changer for the sport.
“We are incredibly excited to be a part of this momentous event and are committed to bringing high-quality coverage and enhancing fans’ experience across BeIN’s multiple touchpoints.”
While rugby union is not traditionally followed in Asian territories, BeIN’s rights agreement will act as a key stepping stone for World Rugby, the sport’s global governing body, as it aims to reach new Far East markets on the back of its first major tournament in the region.
Incidentally, rugby union has grown in popularity in Hong Kong and Singapore, which both host events on the World Rugby’s international Sevens series, as part of the sport’s short-format game.
World Rugby chairman Bill Beaumont said: “As home region for the tournament, Asia is a very important market for rugby participation and fan base growth and we are excited about the comprehensive platform that will be provided by BeIN, a passionate leader in sport’s broadcasting.
“In partnership with them we will reach and convert a new fanbase, benefitting the sport long after the tournament has finished.”
