[1] It is organized by Rugby India, the governing body for the sport in the country.

[3] The league was founded in 2024 to boost the growth as well as popularity of rugby.

It will debut in 2025 and feature six city-based teams.

[4] Rugby Premier League was first announced in early 2024 as a league with six teams and a mix of Indian as well as overseas players.

In December, Rugby India announced a 10-year partnership with GMR Sports to launch the league in 2025.