Mumbai, 25 May, 2026: The Indian Rugby Football Union (IRFU), the governing body for rugby in India, today announced a strategic partnership with InCred Capital, a fast-growing integrated institutional, wealth & asset management company, marking a significant milestone in supporting the development of India’s Senior National Teams.
This collaboration represents InCred’s commitment to supporting elite sports in India, as Rugby India builds on its achievements and prepares for crucial international competitions ahead.
InCred Capital’s CSR contribution will directly support Rugby India’s high-performance and development programmes for the Senior Men’s and Women’s National Teams. The funding will strengthen critical areas of athlete development and team preparation.
Building on a breakthrough 2025, both Senior National Teams began their 2026 journey with preparations for the inaugural Central & South Asia (CASA) 7s 2026, as InCred came on board to support the squads through their training camps and tournament campaign. Looking ahead, the men’s team will make their debut in Asia’s premier division; the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series (ARESS) 2026, following their recent promotion, while the women’s team aims to improve upon their historic 6th-place finish in ARESS and build crucial momentum for the Asian Games 2026.
Rahul Bose, President, Rugby India, said: “We are honoured to welcome InCred as a partner at this crucial juncture for Indian rugby. Their support will be instrumental in building a world-class, 360-degree high-performance ecosystem for our senior national teams as they compete at Asia’s highest level.”
Bhupinder Singh, Founder, InCred Group, added, “Rugby is a sport of incredible discipline and teamwork, and its growth in India has been truly inspiring. Through this partnership with Rugby India, InCred is committed to uplifting the game at every level, from grassroots talent to our national representatives.”
InCred’s support will play a crucial role in Rugby India’s efforts to enhance athlete preparation and performance. The partnership reinforces Rugby India’s commitment to pursuing excellence on the international stage.