Does rugby want R360?
An episode of the The Ruck podcast, hosted by The Times, titled "Does rugby want R360?" was published on October 13, 2025 and runs 61 minutes.
October 13, 2025 ·61m · The Ruck
Summary
Alfie, Alex and Will question whether the rugby establishment wants to see R360 - the new global franchise competition - be successful. It follows last week's announcement by eight of the world's top unions that players who sign-up will be banned from international selection. So they ask how much of a setback is this for the organisers? What questions do they need to come out and answer? And, could the disruption actually be a good thing for the game!?Plus, they discuss what England's backline could look like for the November internationals, in particular does Owen Farrell return and who starts at fly-half? And, give their view on what the big talking points in the sport will be come the end of 2025. Will the Springboks have asserted their dominance? Will Ireland have dropped off? And where on earth will Wales be? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode Description
Alfie, Alex and Will question whether the rugby establishment wants to see R360 - the new global franchise competition - be successful. It follows last week's announcement by eight of the world's top unions that players who sign-up will be banned from international selection. So they ask how much of a setback is this for the organisers? What questions do they need to come out and answer? And, could the disruption actually be a good thing for the game!?
Plus, they discuss what England's backline could look like for the November internationals, in particular does Owen Farrell return and who starts at fly-half? And, give their view on what the big talking points in the sport will be come the end of 2025. Will the Springboks have asserted their dominance? Will Ireland have dropped off? And where on earth will Wales be?
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Similar Episodes
Apr 10, 2026 ·180m
Apr 10, 2026 ·34m
Apr 9, 2026 ·180m
Apr 9, 2026 ·34m