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URC provides update on speculation of competition future

By SA Rugby
Friday 13 Sep 2024

NEWS: The URC has dismissed talks of media claims that the competition is in talks with the English Premiership to combine and exclude Italian and South African teams.

“Contrary to media reports the United Rugby Championship is not engaged in discussions regarding a British & Irish league.

“Since the introduction of the four South African teams in 2021, the league has enjoyed a sustained period of outstanding success achieving record audiences, attendances, social media growth and new levels of competitiveness.

“This is due in great part to the efforts of all 16 teams across Ireland, Italy, Scotland, South Africa, and Wales which has elevated the league to new heights.

“The United Rugby Championship is committed to continuing this pace of growth in the new season and far into the future.”

The 2024/5 season will kick off with Cardiff taking on Zebre on September, 20

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