Kolkata Banga Tigers: Kolkata’s First Rugby Premier League Franchise Debuts
Kolkata Banga Tigers Set for Historic Rugby Premier League Debut with Global Squad of 26 Players Reported by Sanchita chatterjee Kolkata: has officially entered the Rugby Premier League. The Kolkata Banga Tigers will make their historic debut this season as the city’s first-ever RPL franchise. For a city where rugby began in Asia back in 1873 with Calcutta FC, this launch feels like a full-circle moment for the sport in Eastern India. A Global Squad of 26 Players The Tigers aren’t here just to participate. The franchise announced a 26-member squad with players from 11 countries, featuring Olympians, World Champions and National Champions. The mix of international experience and elite athletic talent shows the team’s ambition to compete from day one. Head Coach: Osea Kolinisau Leading the men’s team is Fiji 7s legend Osea Kolinisau, Olympic gold medalist from Rio 2016. His focus is clear: “building a team that plays with intensity, discipline and pride”. Wi...