Fantasy Rugby Championship launches for 2025 Rugby Championship

SPRINGBOK fans and rugby enthusiasts across the Southern Hemisphere have a new reason to cheer as the Fantasy Rugby Championship, the first official fantasy game for the Castle Lager Rugby Championship, was unveiled on Tuesday.

This exciting online platform allows fans to channel their rugby passion by draughting their dream teams and competing for ultimate bragging rights.

The game is a landmark collaboration between SA Rugby, New Zealand Rugby, Rugby Australia, and Unión Argentina de Rugby, partners in SANZAAR, bringing the Southern Hemisphere’s premier international rugby competition to the digital realm. Fans can now test their rugby knowledge by selecting their ultimate XV from top players across South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, and Argentina.

Pre-Registration Now Open

Global pre-registration for the Fantasy Rugby Championship kicks off today, June 10, with the game set to officially launch in August. This gives players ample time to strategise and pick their teams before the tournament’s opening round on August 16, when the Springboks face the Wallabies in Johannesburg and the All Blacks take on the Pumas in Argentina.

Fans eager to get started can pre-register now at playfantasyrugby.com/rugby-championship to be among the first to experience this innovative game.

Rian Oberholzer, CEO of SA Rugby, said, “South African fans are some of the most passionate and knowledgeable in the world. They love to debate selections, analyse performances, and back their instincts.

Fantasy Rugby Championship gives them the perfect platform to put their rugby IQ to the test. It’s exciting to see this innovation in the international game.”

A Game-Changer for Rugby Fans

The Fantasy Rugby Championship promises to elevate fan engagement by allowing players to immerse themselves in the tournament like never before. Whether you’re predicting the next breakout star or banking on seasoned veterans, the game offers a unique way to engage with every tackle, try, and moment of the Rugby Championship.

With new talent and familiar stars set to shine in the 2025 tournament, the Fantasy Rugby Championship is poised to become a must-play for rugby fans worldwide. Don’t miss your chance to join the action and prove your rugby expertise.