TG4 is set to elevate the rugby-watching experience with comprehensive coverage of the United Rugby Championship this Christmas.
With a focus on two highly-anticipated interprovincial ties and three other exhilarating matchups from the global rugby stage, TG4 promises to bring the best of URC rugby to fans across the nation.
Christmas Crackers: Interprovincial Rivalries Ignite the Screen
Ulster v Connacht – December 22 at 19:15
The holiday season kicks off with an intense interprovincial clash. Connacht travel to the Kingspan Stadium having narrowly avoided a shock defeat to Ulster at home in November.
Connacht v Munster – January 1 at 14:30
Ushering in the New Year, Connacht aspire to continue a good run of home form as Munster aim to achieve a valuable win on the road in the Sportsground.
Friends turn to foes in South African duels
South African international players, fresh from achieving World Cup victory, now shift their focus to the URC in three local head-to-heads:
- Stormers v Bulls – December 23 at 16:55
- Stormers v Sharks – December 30 at 16:55
- Sharks v Lions – January 6 at 14:55
TG4’s Rugbaí Beo led by presenter Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill, is produced by Iris Productions.
The Galway-based production company spearheaded many innovations in their previous rugby coverage on TG4, including behind-the-scenes referee briefings and audio-snoops on coaches and players. NEP Ireland will provide OB facilities.
Engage with the rugby community on social media, @SportTG4 will be posting live clips and commentary from all the above games on Twitter / X.
Share your insights, predictions, and favourite moments as TG4 brings the excitement of URC rugby to screens nationwide.
