One of rugby’s oldest and most tantalising questions – whether the northern or southern hemisphere is stronger – could be finally answered in 2028, as plans to hold the first rugby Club World Championship moved a step closer.
The competition would consist of 16 teams, including the eight Champions Cup quarter-finalists, the top seven finishers in Super Rugby and one team from Japan, taking place every four years, most likely in June.
The Times has reported that following discussions in Cardiff, the European Professional Club Rugby board has approved the concept. It has been proposed that there would be four pools of four teams leading to a semi-final and a final.
However, sources with knowledge of the situation not authorised to speak publicly said Super Rugby had not confirmed its participation in the competition, although discussions remain ongoing.
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