Asia Rugby, a state-owned entity headquartered in Hong Kong, was founded in 1968 and operates with approximately 30 employees. Functioning as a tier 1 media tech buyer, the organization primarily focuses on contact sports. Formerly known as the Asian Rugby Football Union, Asia Rugby is the governing body of rugby union in Asia, operating under the authority of World Rugby.
On August 19, 2026, Asia Rugby officially acknowledged an error in its 2025 suspension of Kensuke Iwabuchi from his role as Vice Chairman, stating the action occurred "without justifiable reason." This acknowledgment prompted a statement from JRFU President Masato Tsuchida. This development follows Iwabuchi's resignation as Vice President of Asia Rugby on June 17, 2026. During a World Rugby Council meeting in Dublin, Ireland, the JRFU had previously expressed ongoing concerns regarding Asia Rugby's management structure under President Qais Al Dhalai, coinciding with Iwabuchi's departure.
Asia Rugby offers 2 products in the sports and media and telecoms services industries. Asia Rugby's product portfolio comprises of media and TV services and contact sports.
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Asia Rugby's revenues were less than $10M in 2024. Caretta Research has split Asia Rugby's revenue into 2 different product categories, the largest of which is rugby Union. For full access to Asia Rugby's revenue breakdown subscribe to Caretta Portal.
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Asia Rugby sells broadcasting rights of its rugby Union competitions globally. Asia Rugby currently holds broadcasting rights for sports competitions including rugby union.
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