Aotearoa pace is running down players, says union
New Zealand Rugby says games are intense both emotionally and physically
27 July 2020 - 15:38
Wellington — The intensity of New Zealand’s Super Rugby Aotearoa has been a major factor in its success but players can only maintain near Test-level rugby for so long before the physical and mental strain takes it toll, the players’ union head told Reuters.
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) set up the 10-week domestic competition after the broader Super Rugby season, which also featured sides from SA, Australia, Argentina and Japan, was suspended due to Covid-19 travel restrictions...
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