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Categories: SPORTS

UK sports broadcast rights agreements

Entities: Rugby World Cup 2027 · World Rugby · ITV plc · Niall Sloane · Alan Gilpin

Overview

In early July 2026, the BBC announced a new contract to retain Wimbledon broadcasting rights through 2033, while ITV was reported to have secured the UK television rights for the 2027 Rugby World Cup. A later announcement later that month provided details on ITV’s exclusive coverage of the tournament, confirming that all 52 matches will be shown live and free‑to‑air across ITV, ITVX and the ITV Sport YouTube channel. The Rugby World Cup, to be staged in Australia from 1 October to 13 November 2027, will feature an expanded 24‑team format and a new round‑of‑16 stage, marking the largest edition in the sport’s history. ITV’s Director of Sport described the deal as “monumental” for UK audiences, and World Rugby officials highlighted its potential to inspire fans across the United Kingdom.

Timeline

  1. 7 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    ITV secures exclusive UK broadcast rights for Rugby World Cup 2027

    ITV becomes the exclusive UK broadcaster for Rugby World Cup 2027 in Australia, airing all 52 matches live on ITV, ITVX and YouTube.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    BBC secures Wimbledon rights to 2033, ITV wins 2027 Rugby World Cup UK broadcast

    The BBC keeps Wimbledon free‑to‑air in the UK through 2033, while ITV secures free‑to‑air UK rights for the 2027 Rugby World Cup, emphasizing broad public access over commercial bids.

Sources

advanced-television.com · theoffsideline.com