By Six Nations
January 28 2023

Harrison, who has been appointed by the Six Nations Rugby Council, will assume full responsibilities, effective 1st April.    Harrison previously held the role of England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) CEO, following senior roles with IMG Media and ESPN STAR Sports

Tom Harrison has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Six Nations Rugby, following a comprehensive process to find the successor to current CEO, Ben Morel, who recently announced his intention to step down from the role.

The process was led by Ronan Dunne, Chairman of the Six Nations Rugby Board, before the appointment was agreed by the Six Nations Rugby Council. Harrison will be joining the business at the start of March, working alongside Morel to ensure a smooth transition of leadership, before assuming full responsibilities from April 1st, 2023.

Harrison, the former Chief Executive of the ECB, where he held the position for over seven years, will work closely with Morel over the coming months to ensure a successful transition of leadership.

Commenting on the appointment, Ronan Dunne, Six Nations Rugby Chairman, said:

“Tom joins Six Nations Rugby at a hugely exciting time for the organisation, the sport, and its fans. He brings with him a wealth of experience that is going to be instrumental in helping meet the ambitions and goals of the business, and I am looking forward to working with him to achieve these.

I would like to thank Ben for his dedication and leadership, during his five years as CEO, and congratulate him on the achievements he has overseen in that time.”

Following his appointment, Tom Harrison added:

“The Six Nations Rugby Championships stand alongside the most famous and treasured competitions in sport. They are rich in history and have an enduring appeal with fans all over the world. It’s a huge privilege to join the organisation and play a part in the continued development of this celebrated brand and to serve rugby union more widely.

There is a real momentum within the organisation, and I am really looking forward to working with the wider team, collaborating with each union and federation, and supporting the enviable roster of broadcast and commercial partners.”