Champ Rugby and Clubber TV announce brand-new streaming partnership

Champ Rugby is delighted to announce a brand-new, multi-year streaming partnership with Clubber TV to broadcast all matches for the 2025-26 season.

For the first time in Champ Rugby history, all 182 league games across the season, plus the play-offs, will be streamed, giving fans complete access to live match-day coverage and an on-demand game archive.

Clubber TV is Ireland’s leading sports streaming platform, dedicated to making local, national, and international sport more accessible to fans everywhere. From grassroots competitions to higher-level leagues, Clubber TV delivers live and on-demand coverage through a flexible, fan-first digital service. With proven success across GAA and other competitions, Clubber TV is now expanding internationally, bringing its innovative technology and community-first approach to new audiences across rugby, football, and beyond.

Commenting on the partnership, Simon Gillham OBE, Chair of the Champ Rugby Board, stated: “This partnership with Clubber TV marks a significant step forward for Champ Rugby. It gives us a platform to showcase the quality, character, and ambition of the league, while creating new opportunities to engage fans and strengthen club communities.

“It also supports our wider commitment to grow the second tier in a way that’s sustainable, collaborative, and aligned with the long-term interests of the English game. As we continue to build bridges across the rugby landscape, this partnership shows what’s possible when we work together with a shared purpose.” 

Laurence Doyle, Clubber TV Chief Operating Officer, added: “We’re delighted to partner with Champ Rugby to become the global streaming home of the competition. At Clubber TV, our vision has always been to support the growth of sport by connecting fans, players and clubs in new and exciting ways. Champ Rugby is the proving ground for the next generation of English rugby. We’re proud to stand alongside the league as its biggest supporter. 

Champ Rugby is now available to purchase on Clubber TV’s platform. There is a 20% discount for the annual pass for a limited time when using the code: WORC20. To learn more about Clubber TV please visit www.clubbertv.co.uk.

The 2025-26 Champ Rugby season kicks off on Friday, October 3, with Nottingham vs Doncaster Knights featured in the opening game. The following day, Saturday, October 4, fans can watch the West Midlands derby between Worcester Warriors vs Coventry free-to-air.

Champ Rugby Round One games on Clubber TV:

Nottingham v Doncaster Knights (7.45pm)

Worcester Warriors v Coventry (Free-to-air, 2.00pm)

Cornish Pirates v Hartpury (2.30pm)

Richmond v Chinnor (3.00pm)

Cambridge v Ampthill (3.00pm)

Caldy v London Scottish (3.00pm)

Bedford Blues v Ealing Trailfinders (4.00pm)