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Rugby union is facing some serious structural challenges

These are trying times for rugby union. In the UK the business model has been under pressure for some time. Costs have been rising fast - partly due to increased competition for players from other leagues. Clubs and countries continue to battle over players, while the spectre of injury hangs over the sport. So what can be done?

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