Bihar to host India-New Zealand Under-20 Rugby Series
Bihar is hosting an India-New Zealand Under-20 Rugby Series at the Rajgir Sports Complex to celebrate 100 years of sporting ties. The event features men's and women's teams from both nations participating in matches and cultural exchange programs.
Why it matters
The series serves as a diplomatic and cultural initiative to strengthen international relations through youth sports.
Bihar to host India-New Zealand Under-20 Rugby Series left Illuminated premises of the Rajgir Sports Complex Rajgir, Nalanda district, Bihar. Image used for representational purposes only PTI PTI https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/y6e50u/article71613486.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/PTI08_30_2025_000443B.jpg Swapan Mahapatra Rajgir: Illuminated premises of the Rajgir Sports Complex amid the ongoing Men's Hockey Asia Cup 2025, in Rajgir, Nalanda district, Bihar, Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025. (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahapatra) (PTI08_30_2025_000443B) Men’s and women’s teams from both countries arrive in Patna. Seven players from Bihar were selected for the Indian teams. Matches to be held at Rajgir Sports Complex in Nalanda PATNA Bihar is set to host an international sporting event to mark 100 years of sporting ties between India and New Zealand. As part of the “100 Years of Unity Through Sport” initiative, the India-New Zealand Under-20 Rugby Series will be held at the Rajgir Sports Complex from October 23 to 28. in Nalanda.
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