Rugby to ask government for financial aid
Already struggling financially while in the midst of trying to secure a new broadcast deal, rugby is facing a devastating financial hit following the suspension of Super Rugby for “the foreseeable future.”
Melbourne Rebels
Super Rugby season suspended
Super Rugby is the latest sporting competition to be affected by the coronavirus pandemic, with the season to be suspended ‘for the forseeable future.’
Super Rugby grinding to a halt
The New Zealand Government’s tough coronavirus measures mean the Super Rugby season is no chance of continuing as usual.
Super Rugby competition could be called off
Cancelling the rest of the Super Rugby season is a possibility as the world grapples to deal with the spread of coronavirus.
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