Archive · 26 Jun 2025
French Rugby Federation GM Reviews India's Rugby League
A French rugby official named Christophe Reigt, who helped France win Olympic gold, visited India to see a new rugby league called the Rugby Premier League (RPL).
He thought it was a good idea and watched how it works.
Reigt was impressed by the format and the international players who were involved.
He thinks it's a great way for India to get better at rugby.
Reigt believes that India could come up with new and innovative ideas for the sport in the future.
French Rugby Federation GM Christophe Reigt observed the inaugural Rugby Premier League (RPL) in India.
Reigt was part of France’s men’s rugby sevens team that won Olympic gold.
He highlighted the unique RPL format and its potential to advance the sport.
Reigt noted the importance of international players' participation in growing rugby's reach.
Reigt believes new ideas for rugby can come from India.
- Who
- French Rugby Federation General Manager Christophe Reigt.
- What
- Christophe Reigt observed the Rugby Premier League (RPL) in India.
- When
- June 2025
- Where
- India
- Why
- To learn about the RPL and its potential for rugby development.
- Event
- Rugby Premier League (RPL)
- Official
- Christophe Reigt
- Reigt's Affiliation
- French Rugby Federation General Manager
- Reigt's Past Achievement
- Olympic Gold Medalist (Rugby Sevens)
- Focus
- Development of Rugby in India