The Rugby Football League, a privately owned, UK-headquartered entity, reported $17.3M in revenue as of 2024 and operates as a tier 2 media tech buyer. Founded in 1895, the organization employs approximately 280 individuals and specializes in contact sports, functioning as the governing body for rugby league in England. The organization was initially established in 1895 as the Northern Rugby Football Union, following the resignation of 22 clubs from the Rugby Football Union, and subsequently adopted its current name in 1922.
On April 28, 2026, the Rugby Football League announced four long-serving grassroots stalwarts as the initial members of the new National League management group. The National Leagues commenced operations early last month, taking over from the dissolved 40-year-old National Conference League. Previously, on April 23, Brian McDermott was appointed as the new head coach for the England national rugby league team in preparation for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup. McDermott, who boasts a successful coaching record including multiple Super League titles with Leeds Rhinos, succeeds Shaun Wane. This appointment followed the RFL's earlier statement on April 19, indicating its plan to name a new England coach later that week after interviewing five candidates. On April 21, the RFL named Rhodri Jones, the RL Commercial Managing Director, as Interim Chief Executive. Jones, who has served as RL Commercial Managing Director since January 2023 and previously held roles including Chief Commercial Officer for Super League (Europe) and various positions within the RFL, replaces Abi Ekoku, who departed to join St Helens.
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The Rugby Football League offers 6 products in the sports and media and telecoms services industries. The Rugby Football League's product portfolio comprises of media and TV services and contact sports.
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The Rugby Football League's revenues were less than $25M in 2024. Caretta Research has split The Rugby Football League's revenue into 3 different product categories, the largest of which is rugby Union. For full access to The Rugby Football League's revenue breakdown subscribe to Caretta Portal.
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The Rugby Football League sells broadcasting rights of its 4 rugby League and rugby Union competitions to 10 companies globally, covering 4 countries. The Rugby Football League's rights holders include BBC. The Rugby Football League currently holds 2 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including rugby league and rugby union.
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