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RFU secures new Nike kit deal

The English Rugby Football Union (RFU) has renewed its kit sponsorship deal with sportswear giant Nike for a further four-and-a-half years.

Nike, whose existing agreement runs out in January, will be England's official kit supplier and an official England rugby sponsor until the summer of 2008.

RFU commercial director Paul Vaughan commented: "Nike is one of the best and most well-known brands in the world. Their commitment to English rugby is a testament to the strength of rugby in England and we are delighted to continue our partnership until the end of the 2007/08 season.
"The England management and players have a very productive working relationship with Nike and are delighted with the high quality of the kit."
A new kit will be launched for the World Cup in Australia in the autumn.