SuperSport has kicked off its Vodacom Super Rugby coverage with all 127 matches of the 23rd edition that will be broadcast live.
SuperSport's coverage includes include an on-screen graphics refresh in line with the South Africa vs India cricket series look and is implemented both in studio and in match coverage.
Each Super Rugby team will play 16 matches - 8 home and 8 away - and have to 2 byes. The tournament will conclude on 4 August.
"Super Rugby is still the most vibrant rugby you can watch week after week," says Gideon Khobane, SuperSport CEO.
"There’s nothing to match live sport. In Super Rugby, the action is never less than full-blooded and new stars are to be found everywhere. Our staff have honed their skills on what remains enthralling content and we look forward to reminding people what a great tournament it is."
SuperSport says it will make use of analysts like Nick Mallett, Ashwin Willemse, Gcobani Bobo and Jean de Villiers, along with a commentary team. All afternoon and evening matches will enjoy studio build-ups with select games being presented from game venues.