{"id":10961,"date":"2026-02-25T13:41:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T07:56:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elitenewsnepal.com\/?p=10961"},"modified":"2026-02-25T13:41:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T07:56:08","slug":"world-rugby-hosts-shape-of-the-game-conference-to-drive-global-growth-strategy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elitenewsnepal.com\/?p=10961","title":{"rendered":"World Rugby Hosts \u2018Shape of the Game\u2019 Conference to Drive Global Growth Strategy"},"content":{"rendered":"
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London, UK \u2014 World Rugby<\/span><\/span> has brought together senior leaders from across the sport in London this week for its annual \u2018Shape of the Game\u2019 conference, a key platform aimed at strengthening rugby\u2019s global reach, relevance and long-term sustainability.<\/p>\n

The four-day forum forms an integral part of World Rugby\u2019s new six-year strategic plan designed to unite rugby and communities through major events, targeted investment and coordinated leadership. The gathering includes the Executive Board along with five key committees Men\u2019s and Women\u2019s High Performance, Professional Game, Professional Leagues Advisory and Community Rugby ensuring alignment across all levels of the sport.<\/p>\n

With rugby experiencing rapid global expansion and increasing professional demands, the conference seeks to establish a clear philosophy for success both on and off the field. Central to discussions is enhancing the overall \u201crugby experience\u201d to attract new fans, strengthen engagement and unlock greater commercial opportunities.<\/p>\n

The conference comes at a pivotal time as the sport builds momentum towards landmark global events, including the men\u2019s and women\u2019s Rugby World Cup<\/span><\/span> tournaments in the United States in 2031 and 2033. Preparations are also underway for the launch of a new men\u2019s Nations Championship and Cup competitions, alongside a revamped women\u2019s WXV Global Series.<\/p>\n

Key agenda items include expanding rugby\u2019s global footprint, improving audience appeal, innovation in laws and match presentation, advancing player welfare standards, boosting grassroots participation, and ensuring sustainable growth in the women\u2019s game.<\/p>\n

Union and competition chief executives, player representatives, match officials, coaches, and experts in welfare, fan engagement and commercial development are collaborating to define practical commitments and actions aimed at positioning rugby for long-term success.<\/p>\n

Outcomes from the Shape of the Game conference are expected to influence future policy decisions, law trials and strategic investments that will support unions, competitions and grassroots programmes worldwide, as rugby looks to strengthen its competitive edge and global impact in the years ahead.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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