Does rugby union need, or warrant a move to ‘summer rugby’? David Chapman takes a look at the pros and cons of the move. Entertainment, Skills and Fans – But at what cost? With a window to explore new ideas during this pandemic, there’s a discussion brewing on the potential for rugby to become a […] READ MORE
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Bill Sweeney – Home and away Six Nations, global calendar and relegation
RFU CEO Bill Sweeney has spoken to the media in relation to their struggles and on-going scenarios within English rugby. In it he confirmed the options on the table for the autumn internationals, Six Nations and the global calendar discussions. Robert Rees brings you the latest from the RFU camp. Global season “These discussions have […] READ MORE
World Rugby Global Calendar pencilled in for 12 years
Welsh Rugby Union CEO Martyn Phillips has told of the new World Rugby Global Calendar (October-June) being pencilled in until 2032. Robert Rees has the latest on the updated calendar. October-June World Rugby global calendar Speaking at the PRO14 press conference for Cardiff 2020 WRU CEO explained, “As far as we’re concerned now the calendar […] READ MORE