THE RFU decision to invite expressions of interest from the three “Phoenix clubs” – Wasps, Worcester, and London Irish – to join Tier 2 next season just two years after they went into liquidation owing massive debts, is being pilloried by many English rugby followers.
The comment made to me this week that “morally it is indefensible” nailed it – and anger is growing at what is perceived as RFU double standards, following reports all three clubs have declared their interest in joining the Tier 2 league. This stems from the RFU completely...