Rugby Royalty showcased an exciting preview of the upcoming action in store during the launch press conference of the inaugural season of GMR Rugby Premier League. The media were addressed by the CEO of GMR Sports, Satyam Trivedi, and Rugby India President Rahul Bose, who were then joined by all six franchise owners for a photo opportunity. Also present were the team coaches and marquee players from their respective franchises, who shared their thoughts ahead of the season. The media also got a chance to witness the players in action as they passed the ball around and explained the rules of the game to the media. CEO of GMR Sports Satyam Trivedi stated, “ This league has it all to make it big and successful in India. It is both a great broadcast product and a great on-ground property, and we are very proud of this partnership with Rugby India. President of Rugby India, Rahul Bose, spoke on similar lines and stated, “ It is truly incredible what we have managed to do here. We have big names from all over the world of rugby playing together as teammates. Looking forward to the high-octane action we are about to witness over the next few days.” The GMR Rugby Premier League is set to commence from 15th June 2025. Established in 1998, Indian Rugby Football Union (IRFU), or commonly known as Rugby India, is the official governing body for the sport of rugby in India. Awarded the Best Sports Federation for Development, by FICCI at the 2024 Indian Sports Awards, IRFU is recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, it is a full member of World Rugby, Asia Rugby, and the Indian Olympic Association. As the sole authority for all formats of the game – including Rugby 15s, Rugby 7s, Touch, Tag, Wheelchair Rugby, and more – Rugby India promotes inclusivity and participation across all genders, age groups, and skill levels. With 26 affiliated state associations and active representation in platforms such as the National Games, School Games Federation of India, Khelo India University Games, Khelo India Youth Games and ASMITA Women’s Leagues, Rugby India is committed to building a strong, diverse, and competitive rugby ecosystem nationwide.