📢 Rugby fans, brace yourselves for some major updates! 🏉
First up, a storm’s brewing with the new R360 rebel league shaking the rugby world! 🌀 The ambitious project led by big names like England’s World Cup hero Mike Tindall aims to bring “generational change” by forming 12 powerhouse franchises. Imagine a Formula One-style season, premiering worldwide! With huge contracts on the table, could we see Welsh stars like Louis Rees-Zammit taking the leap? The Welsh Rugby Union’s Abi Tierney is keeping a close eye on this game-changer. 👀
Meanwhile, Gareth Anscombe’s new chapter in France is off to a rocky start. After signing with Bayonne in the Top 14, Anscombe has already had to move house twice, and the language barrier isn’t making it any easier. “We didn’t have any internet… we’re all over the shop!” he shared in a candid chat. But if we know Anscombe, he won’t be letting these hurdles keep him down for long! 🏠🇫🇷
On a different note, drama unfolds as South Africa’s Rassie Erasmus and pundit Matt Williams exchange blows online. Williams criticised the Springboks’ past performances and Erasmus hit back by pointing out Williams’ own track record with Scotland. 🙈 Who says rugby’s just a game on the field?
And Newcastle Falcons have bolstered their squad with Japan’s powerhouse, Amanaki Mafi! With the Falcons soon to be known as the Newcastle Red Bulls thanks to a Red Bull takeover, Mafi joins a growing list of impressive signings. Expect some thrilling action from him this season! 🔴⚪
What a time to be a rugby fan! Let us know your thoughts in the comments. 🗨️👇
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