MasterCard announced a range of premium exclusives for its cardholders in Sri Lanka to get them to the heart of the action at the Rugby World Cup 2015. 
Having partnered with the 2011 edition of the Rugby World Cup, MasterCard has joined hands with Rugby World Cup Limited this year as the Preferred Card and Official Payment System.
MasterCard has put together all-inclusive travel packages with local transfers, luxury accommodation, welcome gifts, in-venue hospitality, dining privileges and ‘Category A’ tickets, together with local group excursions and city tours. Cardholders in Sri Lanka will also be able to enjoy priceless moments, thanks to special deals exclusively for Sri Lankan fans.  
“We are delighted to continue our partnership with the Rugby World Cup. Given the passion for rugby in Sri Lanka, we are excited to create a priceless World Cup experience for MasterCard cardholders on the island,” said Vikas Varma, Area Head, South Asia, MasterCard. “Besides getting closer to the action at these matches, Sri Lankan fans travelling to the UK can also avail several unique privileges during the tournament with their MasterCard.”  
Through this tie up MasterCard credit cardholders will be offered a range of one-of-a-kind experiences such as shopping and dining benefits and private experiences and tickets to the most coveted entertainment and sporting events to make their visit special. They would also be entitled to many travel benefits, including personalized concierge services on World or World Elite MasterCard and Priceless London experiences available to all MasterCard holders.