Breakaway R360 league launch dealt blow after World Rugby application withdrawn

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05/09/2025 14:27

Application deferred until at least next June
Planned launch next September now appears unrealistic

Rugby union's proposed R360 breakaway league has deferred its application for sanctioning by World Rugby until at least next June in a setback for plans to launch next year.

The Guardian has learned that an application for official approval that was due to be discussed by the World Rugby Council on 23 September has been withdrawn, raising questions over whether the rebel league will be able to launch next September.

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