The channel will also feature special archive footage of memorable moments from previous years.
David Jordan, Tournament Director said: "This is a very positive new step for the RaboDirect PRO12. Our competition is thriving - attendance figures are up by approximately 5%, TV audience by 28% and website unique users by 20%.
"We feel that this partnership will bring our competition to a new level. It will allow us to bring the RaboDirect PRO12 to a much bigger audience worldwide."
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