The rugby landscape could soon be set for a major shake up as the new R360 global ‘rebel’ league plans to launch in 2026, and despite some opposition, it does seem set to eventually kick off.
According to Telegraph Sport, the R360 has already secured around 160 men on legally binding pre-contracts, and four high-profile Springboks are reported to have already committed.
Recently, SA Rugby joined in a strong statement that has also been agreed by the national rugby unions of New Zealand, Australia, Ireland, England, Scotland, France and Italy, which largely opposed the concept of the league.
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However, R360 still has its supporters,
