Mumbai, June 15 -- One of the most anticipated events on the sporting calendar, the Rugby Premier League (RPL), officially got underway with a spectacular opening ceremony at the Shahaji Raje Bhosale Sports Complex (Andheri Sports Complex), Mumbai.

The glittering event saw the presence of Bollywood luminaries and key dignitaries, including Abhishek Bachchan - Sports Ambassador and Friend of Rugby, GBS Raju - Business Chairman, Airports, GMR Group, Rahul Bose - President, Rugby India, along with franchise owners, international players, and prominent personalities from the worlds of sports and entertainment. Together, they unveiled the league's uniquely crafted trophy, setting the stage for the tournament ahead.

The trophy -- a 22-inch ta...