The Rugby World Cup (RWC) 2023 concludes at the end of October after a gruelling seven weeks of rugby played by the best teams in the world. Although it may lack the worldwide audience of football, the sport has been growing. Some countries have made their maiden appearance, like Portugal, while traditional powerhouses of the game New Zealand have progressed far. This has created an increasing interest in the tournament, and in this article, we’ll look at how fans can stay updated with the latest news from the tournament.
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— Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) October 7, 2023
Live Score Apps
These days the importance of live score apps and statistics in sports cannot be underplayed. Not only do coaching staff track data but it has become increasingly popular for fans too. Some fans just want a better understanding of the sport, but for others, it can help in making informed gambling decisions. While, we can also see the increasing role statistics play across entertainment, especially in relation to developers and creators. Live statistics and data are what make games such as Aviator so engaging and give players the chance to bet in real-time based on live action in the game. As technology continues to improve, the influence of statistics will grow and continue to affect not only what we see on the pitch, but entertainment trends off it too.
Social Media
As with most sports, fans have begun consuming much of their content on social media. The official account for this year’s tournament has highlighted the talent on display. With clips from the games as well as videos from behind the scenes, it’s probably the best place to get a holistic view of the World Cup and rugby in general.
However, there are plenty of personal accounts that provide a biased view for fans wanting to learn more about a nation’s hopes for the tournament. These accounts can give a more localised view of matches as well as go into more detail on analysis than is covered on live TV. Jim Hamilton and Brian O’Driscoll are both informative and entertaining on X, providing a mix of entertainment and knowledgeable insight.
Television and Streaming
In the UK, terrestrial television has shown every game, so fans can enjoy the action live. It’s in contrast to domestic rugby, which is held behind a paywall. Apart from this, fans can also watch live games and access other content through an official streaming service. Not only is it streaming this year’s World Cup but other events like Sevens rugby and the women’s sport as well.
Regardless of the outcome of this year’s tournament, the future of rugby and the popularity of the sport look to be increasing. This tournament has already set many records for attendance and has had some thrilling games to excite fans. With the 2031 edition taking place in the US, the future looks bright, and the apps, platforms, and accounts through which fans can access content will only increase.
