Summary
There is a proposed new rugby league called R360 that is causing a debate in the rugby world. Established rugby unions have warned players that joining this new league would make them ineligible for international games. Players like Fin Smith and Tommy Freeman are discussing R360 but have chosen to remain with their current teams.
Key Facts
- R360 is a proposed breakaway rugby league backed by former players and new investors.
- Traditional rugby unions have warned that players joining R360 will not be eligible for international matches.
- Former Scottish Premier League football chief Roger Mitchell emphasized that players will ultimately decide the league's success.
- Fin Smith, a rugby player for Northampton Saints, chose to stay with his team and focus on playing for England.
- The R360 proposal includes a global competition with eight men’s teams and four women’s teams.
- Mike Tindall, part of the team leading R360, is an England World Cup winner and member of the Royal family.
- R360 has financial backing from Dubai-based 885 Capital.
- Current players are discussing the potential of R360 but have not widely committed to it.
