Rugby League Ireland (RLI) is the internationally recognised governing body for the development of rugby league football in Ireland,[1] having secured official recognition from the RLIF in 2000.[2] In 2024, the body was downgraded to affiliate member due to noncompliance with the full membership criteria.[3][4] The Irish rugby league team draws its players from across the Island of Ireland.Ireland A compete annually in the St Patrick's Day Challenge in the Amateur Four Nations.As of 2024 Rugby League Ireland run two domestic club competitions: The RLI Championship (men's second tier) is not currently in operation.