World Rugby Announces Major Rights Agreement with CBS Sports for Paramount+

World Rugby has announced an exciting new partnership with CBS Sports, making Paramount+ the exclusive home of rugby in the United States until at least 2029. This groundbreaking agreement will cover all men’s and women’s World Rugby events, including the next three Rugby World Cups and USA national team matches.

Under this deal, Paramount+ will stream every match live, with select games airing on CBS and CBS Sports Network. This means fans will have access to a wide range of content, including the Women’s Rugby World Cups in 2025 and 2029, the Men’s Rugby World Cup in 2027, and other premier competitions like HSBC SVNS, WXV, and the Pacific Nations Cup.

In addition to national team matches, this partnership promises American audiences more rugby content than ever before. CBS Sports will kick things off with a doubleheader featuring both USA national teams on July 19, airing on the CBS Television Network and CBS Sports Network, as well as streaming live on Paramount. And on May 23, the USA women’s team will face off against New Zealand in a match exclusively on CBS Sports Network.

This collaboration marks a significant step forward for the sport in the US, providing fans with unparalleled access to top-tier rugby across both traditional and digital platforms. It also aligns with World Rugby’s goal of expanding the game’s reach in the United States as the country prepares to host the Men’s Rugby World Cup in 2031 and the Women’s Rugby World Cup in 2033.

World Rugby Chief Executive Alan Gilpin expressed excitement about the partnership, stating, “Today’s announcement is a game-changer for rugby in the United States. This landmark deal with CBS Sports and Paramount+ demonstrates our commitment to growing the sport by making great rugby accessible to fans nationwide. With CBS Sports’ extensive reach and storytelling expertise, we are confident that this collaboration will help build a thriving rugby community in a country that already boasts over 800,000 participants.”

So get ready to dive into the world of rugby like never before, as CBS Sports and Paramount+ team up to bring the excitement of the sport straight to your screens. It’s a win-win for rugby fans across the US!