Undeniable cloud hanging over English rugby

A decision to extend the English rugby season has been met by a wave of disapproval, writes Simon Collings.

Undeniable cloud hanging over English rugby
Tue, 05 Dec, 2017 - 00:00

For all the excitement the return of European competition this weekend brings with it, there is an undeniable cloud hanging over English rugby.

Premiership Rugby’s announcement in March that it is planning to extend the season to 10 months by running from September to June has been met by a wave of disapproval.

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