The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) has reportedly redistributed over £17 million in funding this year, overtaking last year’s reported figure of £15.2 million.

WRU, together with the Millennium Stadium companies, stated on its financial reports dated end of May that it records its second highest turnover yet at £49.4 million, slightly lower than last year’s £50.3 million. More than 80 percent were generated from international rugby games (only two came from home RBS Six Nations games).

The funding was distributed to four professional teams totaling £12.1 million while funding for semi-professional game was £1.1 million. Community game got an additional investment worth £3.8 million.

WRU Chief Executive Roger Lewis said that the team’s success in rugby contributed a lot for the business. He added that the best coaching and structures set in place made it possible for Wales to create winning results this year. WRU currently employs more than 170 employees.