LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Breaking news in the world of Rugby League, with record-breaking revenue hitting a staggering $770 million for the NRL.
With talks of expansion on the horizon, experts predict that we are on track to hit close to a billion dollars in annual revenue, a feat never before seen in the game's long and storied 117-year history.
The Australian Rugby League Commission has reported a surplus of $62.3 million for 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year of profits and bringing the four-year total to a whopping $226.5 million.
Total revenue saw a significant increase of $43.7 million, reaching a new milestone of $744.9 million.
ARLC Chairman Peter V'landys AM expressed his excitement for the future, stating that Rugby League is entering a thrilling new era of growth.
Among the exciting developments on the horizon is the introduction of a new team in Papua New Guinea by 2028, as well as the possibility of a 19th team in Perth.
As teams gathered in Las Vegas for the NRL season kick-off in the USA for the third year running, the impressive figures were confirmed at the ARLC's Annual General Meeting.
V'landys proudly declared that Rugby League was now the undisputed "No.1" sport in the country, cementing its place in the hearts of fans across the nation.