Rugby fans from all over Wales will be able to see the future stars of the international Game without venturing far from their homes, while those travelling from outside the principality will be able to take advantage of specially tailored team packages. With the likes of South Africa and Scotland based in Wrexham, New Zealand, Ireland and Argentina battling it out in Cardiff, Australia, England and Fiji entertaining crowds in Newport and Wales hosting France and Italy in Swansea, there is something for everyone.

“A significant level of excitement and interest has already been generated throughout Wales ahead of the Championship, thanks to the superb work of the Welsh Rugby Union. Today’s announcement of a competitively priced ticketing structure underlines the WRU’s commitment to making the Championship available to all across all four regions and will serve to further heighten expectation and excitement,” said IRB Tournaments Manager Philippe Bourdarias.

“With double header matches played across all four venues on each match day, the IRB Junior World Championship offers an excellent opportunity for the Rugby Community within Wales to see the next generation of Rugby World Cup stars in action as they follow in the footsteps of Ryan Jones, Dan Carter and Mathew Tait.

“Today’s announcement is another keystone in the roll out of what promises to be the best international Age Grade Tournament ever to be staged,” added Bourdarias.

WRU Group Chief Executive Roger Lewis said: “The future stars of the world game will be literally on the doorstep of the majority of Welsh people. Whether you live close to Cardiff, Newport, Swansea or Wrexham, there will be a real feast of international rugby for all to enjoy and savour.

“We were determined for this tournament to be accessible to all and coupled with the top teams playing in all four corners of the principality, this ticketing strategy allows us to make that happen. Individuals and families that may not ordinarily be regular rugby watchers can take the opportunity to come along and enjoy an entertaining evening out for all the family. In addition to the tickets on sale, hundreds of school children across Wales will have the chance to watch the matches as part of a tournament legacy programme funded by the Welsh Assembly Government.”

Those keen to book their seat for the biggest international Rugby Tournament of the year can do so at the four host venues and via Ticketmaster (08705 582582) from 12 noon on Friday 14 March.

IRB World Junior Championship Schedule:

Pool A
06 Jun - 19:00 Argentina - Ireland Cardiff Arms Park, Cardiff
06 Jun - 17:00 New Zealand - Tonga Cardiff Arms Park, Cardiff
10 Jun - 17:00 Argentina - Tonga Cardiff Arms Park, Cardiff
10 Jun - 19:00 New Zealand - Ireland Cardiff Arms Park, Cardiff
14 Jun - 15:00 Ireland - Tonga Cardiff Arms Park, Cardiff
14 Jun - 17:00 New Zealand - Argentina Cardiff Arms Park, Cardiff

Pool B
06 Jun - 17:00 South Africa - USA Racecourse Ground, Wrexham
06 Jun - 19:00 Samoa - Scotland Racecourse Ground, Wrexham
10 Jun - 17:00 Samoa - USA Racecourse Ground, Wrexham
10 Jun - 19:00 South Africa - Scotland Racecourse Ground, Wrexham
14 Jun - 15:00 Scotland - USA Racecourse Ground, Wrexham
14 Jun - 17:00 South Africa - Samoa Racecourse Ground, Wrexham

Pool C
06 Jun - 17:00 Australia - Canada Rodney Parade, Newport
06 Jun - 19:00 England - Fiji Rodney Parade, Newport
10 Jun - 17:00 England - Canada Rodney Parade, Newport
10 Jun - 19:00 Australia - Fiji Rodney Parade, Newport
14 Jun - 15:00 Fiji - Canada Rodney Parade, Newport
14 Jun - 17:00 Australia - England Rodney Parade, Newport

Pool D
06 Jun - 17:00 France - Japan Liberty Stadium, Swansea
06 Jun - 19:00 Wales - Italy Liberty Stadium, Swansea
10 Jun - 17:00 France - Italy Liberty Stadium, Swansea
10 Jun - 19:00 Wales - Japan Liberty Stadium, Swansea
14 Jun - 15:00 Japan - Italy Liberty Stadium, Swansea
14 Jun - 17:00 Wales - France Liberty Stadium, Swansea