Classic Sportswear and the NRL have extended their partnership, continuing a relationship that brings together one of Australia’s most iconic sportswear brands with the game’s leading representative teams.
The partnership will see Classic continue as the official apparel partner of the Australian Kangaroos and Jillaroos, as well as the Indigenous All Stars and Māori All Stars.
With a history dating back to 1934, Classic has outfitted generations of players and teams, becoming part of some of the game’s most memorable moments.
Classic Sportswear CEO Ross Smart said: “Classic Sportswear’s commitment to Australia’s national Rugby League teams runs deep and carries through to this Rugby League World Cup, where we are thrilled to announce the continuation of our partnership with the Kangaroos, Jillaroos and the Australian Rugby League Commission.
“Classic has proudly been there for so many great Australian moments – from the unbeaten 1986 Kangaroo Tour and World Cup triumphs in 1988 and 2000 to, more recently, Pacific Championships victories by both the Kangaroos and Jillaroos.
“Having been part of the fabric of Rugby League since 1934, we are genuine partners to the game, its clubs, players and officials. We look forward to carrying that proud tradition into the new term across the Kangaroos, Jillaroos, All Stars teams and Match Officials, while continuing to innovate and create for the next generation of players and fans.”
“Classic have been loyal partners of Rugby League for many years and I’m sure they will continue to be part of the game for many more,” ARLC Executive Chairman Peter V’landys AM said.
“Classic have been strong supporters of the NRL’s $99 jersey initiative. It is important for the NRL and Classic that jerseys are affordable especially in a cost of living crisis.”
The partnership will continue to bring together Classic’s Rugby League heritage and performance expertise, creating apparel for some of the most respected representative teams in the game.
The partnership extension comes as Classic launches its 2026 Rugby League World Cup collections for the Australian Kangaroos and Jillaroos.
With the Rugby League World Cup reaching its conclusion this weekend, both Australian sides are preparing for a blockbuster double-header against New Zealand in the men’s and women’s finals at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium on Sunday. The Kangaroos and Jillaroos will both be looking to cap off their campaigns by lifting the World Cup trophy on home soil.
From club level to the international stage, Classic is proud to continue outfitting the teams that define the game and be part of the next chapter of Rugby League history.
