Wales Rugby League is delighted to announce a new partnership with Lounges.tv that will see the innovative streaming platform become the home of live coverage for Wales’ home international fixtures and domestic finals.
This begins on Saturday, with coverage of the triple-header of matches from The Gnoll in Neath, where Wales take on England at U16, U17 and student levels. Order these games now at https://lounges.tv/profile/walesrugbyleague.
The agreement with Lounges.tv will include live streaming of home matches involving the Wales senior men’s, women’s and wheelchair international sides, as well as junior representative teams and selected additional fixtures, giving supporters around the world greater access to Welsh rugby league than ever before.
Lounges.tv is a live and on-demand streaming platform that works with creators, sporting organisations and event organisers to deliver premium digital broadcasts to audiences worldwide. Backed by entertainment superstars and equity shareholders Simon Cowell and Eurythmics’ Dave Stewart, the platform has built a reputation for helping rights holders connect directly with fans through high-quality live streaming experiences. All platform partners receive 80% of all revenues generated within 24 hours, making Lounges.tv the fairest and fastest-paying streaming platform in the streaming landscape.
The partnership comes at a particularly exciting time for Wales Rugby League, with both the women’s and wheelchair national teams continuing their preparations for their forthcoming Rugby League World Cup campaigns. The enhanced coverage will allow supporters at home and overseas to follow the progress of these talented squads as they build towards the sport’s biggest stage.
Wales Rugby League Chief Executive Richard Hibbard said: “This partnership with Lounges.tv is another important step forward in increasing the visibility of rugby league in Wales. Our international teams continue to inspire players and supporters across the country, and we’re delighted that fans from anywhere in the world will be able to watch them compete.
“With our men’s, women’s and wheelchair programmes all continuing to grow, alongside our junior pathways, it’s vital that we showcase the breadth of Welsh rugby league. We’re looking forward to working with Lounges.tv to bring our matches to a global audience and help tell the story of our sport.”
Lounges.tv Director of Partnerships, JD Donovan said: “Wales Rugby League is on an exciting trajectory: competitive international sides, World Cup campaigns on the horizon, and a junior pathway producing real talent. We’re excited to be making this available to supporters on a global level through Lounges, wherever fans choose to watch. But beyond the broadcast, it’s the impact that matters most: direct revenues flowing back into the sport, supporting the next generation of Welsh rugby league stars.”
Supporters can watch Wales Rugby League matches on Lounges.tv by visiting: https://lounges.tv/profile/walesrugbyleague
