Archive · 12 Jun 2025
Rugby India Chief: RPL to Boost Indian Rugby, Player Prospects
Rahul Bose, the head of Rugby India, thinks the new Rugby Premier League (RPL) is a big step.
He believes that in the next few years, rugby could become a real job for players.
Players in the league are getting paid well.
Bose points out that the RPL can help Indian players get better and speed up their path to becoming one of the world's best.
He also mentions that Rugby India works hard to develop the sport.
Rahul Bose believes the Rugby Premier League (RPL) can make rugby a viable career option within 3-4 years.
Players in the RPL are earning contracts between Rs 50,000 and Rs 5.5 lakh.
Rugby India is now paying national campers between Rs 60,000 to Rs 1 lakh.
Bose highlights the importance of the RPL in developing talent and reducing the time to reach top global standards.
Rugby India was awarded 'Best sports federation for development' by FICCI.
- Who
- Rahul Bose, president of Rugby India.
- What
- Rahul Bose discusses the potential for professional rugby in India and the impact of the Rugby Premier League.
- When
- The Rugby Premier League started June 15th.
- Where
- India
- Why
- Bose believes the RPL will help players develop and make rugby a viable career.
Current Status
Future Vision
Financial Viability
Current Status
Rugby is not yet a financially viable career option in India.
Future Vision
The RPL offers financial opportunities to Indian rugby players.
- Figurehead
- Rahul Bose
- Role
- President of Rugby India
- League
- Rugby Premier League (RPL)
- Player Contracts
- Rs 50,000 to Rs 5.5 lakh
- National Campers' Pay
- Rs 60,000 to Rs 1 lakh
