New Zealand rugby is on the brink of a civil war as players and provincial unions face off just over a month before the All Blacks host England in a two-Test series in July. The country's leading players have threatened to set up a breakaway governing body to run the professional game. A letter has been sent to the NZR voting members detailing the Players Associations' threat to break away from the current governance structure and form a new body. Despite the turmoil, the New Zealand Rugby Board has stated that any outcome on governance reform will not impact the Teams in Black. A key vote on governance reform is scheduled for next week.
🗣️ “Importantly, it is the Board’s firm intention that any outcome on governance reform will not impact on Teams in Black." 🇳🇿 New Zealand Rugby responds after the players issue revolt threat. https://t.co/IRzxJCUDwt
🗣️ “The proposed new arrangements outlined above are NOT the NZRPA’s preference." 🇳🇿 Mutiny threat in New Zealand ahead of key vote next week. https://t.co/PAfm8ni1mh
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Rugby in New Zealand is on the brink of civil war before the All Blacks play two Tests against England in July. The country’s leading players have threatened to set up a breakaway governing body to run the professional game Read more ⬇️ | ✍️ @AlexMLowe https://t.co/I6ixqG8AvP
New Zealand is facing a reported "civil war" between players and provincial unions just over a month before the All Blacks host England in a two-Test series. https://t.co/1hWguaSyaP
New Zealand rugby on brink of civil war with players ahead of England series #TelegraphRugby https://t.co/77FxFHMYlG