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Seismic changes in English rugby & the 6 Nations run-in
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- The Ruck
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- Mar 2, 2026
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- 3089
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Summary
Last week the English league system saw its biggest shake-up since the dawn of professionalism: it was confirmed that from 2029/30 the PREM will change to a franchise system and there will be no promotion or relegation starting next season. Alex Lowe, Will Kelleher and Stuart Barnes join Alfie Reynolds to chat about those developments. Is this an inevitable step to try and fix a system which doesn't work? Or is it betraying the very essence of sport? They also look ahead to round 4 of the 6 Nations. How important is this week for England and Steve Borthwick? And, Scotland gear up for a crunch game against France! *** Allianz Future Fund | Allianz Insurance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.