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NRL to 'save' Super League as details of takeover offer emerge


Published on 2025-03-06 05:45:41 - LoveRugbyLeague
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  • Telegraph has reported that a 'powerful cabal' of club executives from Down Under have met with their English counterparts in recent weeks for the NRL to p

The National Rugby League (NRL) is reportedly in discussions to potentially take over the Super League, aiming to save the struggling competition. According to reports, the NRL has made an offer to the Rugby Football League (RFL) to manage the Super League, which has been facing financial difficulties. This move would see the NRL, which oversees rugby league in Australia, extend its influence into the UK market. The proposal includes plans for a restructured competition format, potentially aligning the Super League more closely with the NRL's successful model. This development comes at a time when the Super League has been dealing with issues like declining attendance, financial instability among clubs, and competition from other sports. The NRL's interest is also driven by the potential to grow the sport globally and leverage the existing fan base in the UK.

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