Universal Sports to launch digital service for Rugby World Cup

US pay-television sports broadcaster Universal Sports Network will launch a new digital streaming pay-per-view service for the upcoming Rugby World Cup in England.

WatchRWC2015 will offer live and on-demand access to coverage of all 48 matches during the 2015 national team rugby union tournament.

The multi-platform service will be available in the US and US territories.

Viewers will be able to purchase coverage of the whole tournament for $199.99 (€183) or individual matches for $27.95.