Hyderabad Heroes Crowned Champions of HSBC Rugby Premier League Season 2

The second season of the HSBC Rugby Premier League powered by Avid concluded in spectacular fashion at Hyderabad’s Gachibowli Stadium, with the Hyderabad Heroes defeating the Mumbai Dreamers 41–17 to lift the trophy.

Winners & Prize Money:
Hyderabad Heroes took home ₹45 lakhs, Mumbai Dreamers earned ₹25 lakhs as runners-up, and Bengaluru Bravehearts secured third place with ₹15 lakhs.

Star-Studded Finale:
The closing ceremony was attended by dignitaries including Telangana CM Revanth Reddy, actor Chiranjeevi, Olympian P.V. Sindhu, actress Mrunal Thakur, and Rugby India President Rahul Bose.

Rahul Bose’s Statement:
He hailed Season 2 as “bigger and better,” highlighting larger crowds, more world-class players, the launch of the RPL Women’s League, and stronger fan engagement.

GMR Sports Vision:
CMO Sujoy Ganguly emphasized rugby’s potential to become one of India’s fastest-growing sports, citing grassroots development and aspirational platforms for athletes.

Final Match Recap
- Hyderabad’s defense forced turnovers early, converting them into swift counter-attacks.
- Key contributions came from Francisco Cosculluela, Taitaifono Tavita, Manuel Moreno, and Maurice Longbottom.
- Mumbai fought back with tries from Ethan McFarland, James Turner, and Sukumar Hembrom, but Hyderabad’s relentless tempo and clinical finishing sealed the victory.
- Bengaluru Bravehearts edged Chennai Bulls 22–19 in the third-place playoff.

This triumph not only cements Hyderabad Heroes’ dominance but also underscores rugby’s growing footprint in India, with the league expanding fan engagement and introducing a women’s competition.