Rugby dials up new deal with Vodafone as sponsor

Jersey unveiled as IRFU announce partner to replace Three

The new kit

The IRFU will later today announce Vodafone Ireland as its new sponsor, replacing Three.

The jersey was revealed this morning (pictured)as the new deal is finalised.

It has been previously reported that Vodafone andIrish rugby had agreed a €50 million deal over 10 years.

Philip Browne, the IRFU chief executive, however refused to confirm that figure or the length of agreement.

The IRFU also said previously that such deals are rarely for more ...