2026 TDI A Rugby Tournament: Fixtures Confirmed as Marista RC Looks to Build on Historic Win – Breaking News!
Published: January 26, 2026
The Argentine rugby landscape is buzzing with anticipation as the zones and complete fixture list for the 2026 Torneo del Interior A (TDI A) have been officially released. This news, arriving just days before the new year concludes, follows the recent coronation of Marista RC in the Interior Tournament – a first for the club and a moment that’s undoubtedly fueling their ambitions for the upcoming season. For fans following rugby news, this is a major development.
What is the Torneo del Interior? A Legacy of Argentine Rugby
Since its inception in 1998, the Torneo del Interior has served as the cornerstone of club rugby in Argentina, uniting teams from every corner of the country and representing all the Unions. The competition evolved in 2000 to include two divisions – TDI A and TDI B – creating a pathway for clubs of all levels to compete for national glory. Winning TDI A isn’t just about regional pride; it grants automatic access to the final of the National Men’s Clubs championship, making it a fiercely contested title. Duendes (Rosario) currently holds the record for most TDI A titles, with five championships to their name (2003, 2009, 2012, 2013, and 2022).
2026 TDI A: The Zones Revealed
The 2026 edition will see 16 teams battling it out in four challenging zones. Here’s the breakdown:
- Zone 1: Marista RC, Gimnasia y Esgrima de Rosario, Mendoza RC, Tucumán Rugby
- Zone 2: Tala RC, Estudiantes de Paraná, CURNE, Urú Curé
- Zone 3: Jockey Club de Rosario, Universitario de Córdoba, Córdoba Athletic, Santa Fe Rugby
- Zone 4: Duendes RC, Jockey Club de Córdoba, La Tablada, Old Resian
Key Dates & Fixtures to Watch
The tournament will follow a familiar format, with matches played in windows interspersed between provincial and regional competitions, running from March to early October. Here’s a look at the opening dates:
Date 1 – Saturday, March 28
- Gymnastics and Fencing of Rosario vs. Marist RC
- Tucumán Rugby vs. Mendoza RC
- Estudiantes de Paraná vs. Tala RC
- Urú Curé vs. CURNE
- University of Córdoba vs. Jockey Club de Rosario
- Santa Fe Rugby vs. Córdoba Athletic
- Jockey Club de Córdoba vs. Duendes RC
- Old Resian vs. La Tablada
Date 2 – Saturday, April 25
- Marist RC vs. Tucumán Rugby
- Mendoza RC vs. Gymnastics and Fencing of Rosario
- Tala RC vs. Urú Curé
- CURNE vs. Estudiantes de Paraná
- Jockey Club de Rosario vs. Santa Fe Rugby
- Córdoba Athletic vs. University of Córdoba
- Duendes RC vs. Old Resian
- Jockey Club of Córdoba vs. La Tablada
The schedule continues through July, culminating in the Quarterfinals on September 12th, Semifinals on September 26th, and the highly anticipated Final on October 3rd. Full fixture details are available on the UAR (Unión Argentina de Rugby) website.
TDI B: The Road to Promotion
While the spotlight is on TDI A, the competition in TDI B is equally crucial. Teams will participate in revalidation matches starting March 28th, including clashes between Cardenales RC vs. Taraguy RC, Jockey Club of Tucumán vs. University of San Juan, Sociedad Sportiva vs. Neuquen RC, and RC Tigers vs. One-Eyed Deer Jockey. These matches will determine the groups for the remainder of the TDI B tournament, with the ultimate goal of earning promotion to TDI A.
The 2026 TDI A promises a thrilling season of Argentine rugby. With Marista RC riding high on their recent victory and established powerhouses like Duendes RC and Tala RC looking to reclaim their dominance, the competition is set to be fierce. Keep checking back with archyde.com for the latest updates, analysis, and exclusive content throughout the tournament. This is a developing story, and we’ll be bringing you all the breaking sports news as it happens.
