StarHub brings Rugby World Cup to Sports+
August 16, 2023
StarHub will streaming all matches from the Rugby World Cup 2023 from September 8th to October 28th.
New and existing Sports+ customers in Singapore will not need to pay any extra to watch the competition. With a Sports+ Pass ($25.22/month with a two-year contract), they will have complete access to the Rugby World Cup 2023, as well as non-stop sporting action to a diverse mix of sports programmes, such as Formula 1, NBA, BWF, UFC and more.
StarHub customers will be able to catch the matches at home or on the go, via the StarHub TV+ box or TV+ app, ensuring they can stream the games at their convenience.
All matches will be broadcasted on beIN Sports Rugby on StarHub channel (Ch 212), with special pre-event programmes available from September 1st. Customers can also look forward to 24/7 programming for round-the-clock rugby action, live games and repeat telecasts, and daily highlights to re-live exciting moments.
“At StarHub, we strongly believe that sports is for all, and we are sparing no effort to bring top-tier sports programmes to our Sports+ customers at affordable prices,” said Andrew Tan, Head, Content, Consumer Business Group, StarHub. “We listen closely to customer feedback and bring in content that they wish to see. In response to the Rugby World Cup 2019 being met with much acclaim, we decided to broadcast the event again now that it has come around four years on. With that, rugby fans in Singapore can get ready for a thrilling global rugby event, and cheer on their favourite teams anytime, anywhere – from the comfort of their homes to commuting on public transport.”
Additionally, Sports+ customers can access the beIN Sports Connect app for free.
Held in France, the Rugby World Cup 2023 marks 200 years since the invention of rugby. 20 teams, including defending champions South Africa and world number one Ireland, will be taking part in the tournament which will span seven weeks.