■ By SAM JACKSON

A BREAKAWAY rugby franchise competition could soon be launched in an attempt to revolutionise the sport.
Newspaper reports suggest that a number of top players have signed up for a proposed 14-week event that could begin in 2026.
Each round of the campaign would take place in a different city, and would feature a festival-like atmosphere with concerts and other entertainment held as part of he same event.
Taking inspiration from the Indian Premier League (IPL), Formula 1 and LIV Golf, organisers are said to have financial backing for an attempt to reset the ...