BBC secure rights to RLWC 2021

[morningstar]

http://m.bbc.com/sport/rugby-league/38757898

Every game at the 2021 Rugby League World Cup in England will be broadcast live on the BBC.

At least 16 of the 31 matches will be shown on BBC One or BBC Two, with the remaining fixtures available on Red Button and online.

The BBC is also set to broadcast this year's tournament in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.

"This is a very significant moment for the sport," said Jon Dutton, the 2021 World Cup bid lead.

"It will increase visibility and profile for the tournament like never before."

Dave Woods, recently appointed as BBC Sport's first rugby league correspondent, added: "It is a chance to show a diverse audience what a great sport rugby league is.

"I feel privileged to play a small part in maximising the BBC's coverage across all outlets."

 

[Foreign Legion]

sweet

 

[RL The greatest game]

Great news.
The BBC is the biggest and most respected media outlet in the world.

 

[PaulyTom]

That's good news for the game

 

[Heritage XIII]

Great news. For all we may say about the establishment network, it seems other networks like ITV & CH 4 just don't seem to be interested in rugby league. Also Sky seem to be backing away from Intl RL