RTÉ set to air the Women’s Rugby World Cup for the first time ever

In a change for the better, RTÉ has announced that it will broadcast all of Ireland's Women's Rugby World Cup games this August.

The tournament will be held in Ireland for the first time this year, so it is safe to say that it's going to be an exciting month for the country.

Dublin against Australia will take place on August 9, following on with Japan on August 13 and France on August 17. These matches will be live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player.

RTÉ will also broadcast Ireland's knock-out and final placing matches live on RTÉ 2 and the RTÉ Player.  

World Rugby Chairman, Bill Beaumont, said: “Women’s Rugby World Cup 2017 is set to be the biggest and best and today’s news will ensure matches are seen and heard by as many fans as possible in Ireland.

"The growth of the women’s game is a key priority for World Rugby and I have no doubt that this year’s tournament in Dublin and Belfast will further enhance one of the fastest growing team sports in the world by inspiring girls to take up our great game.”

We can't believe that it'll be the first time for RTÉ to broadcast the World Cup. Definitely a change in the right direction.