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Watch: Japanese rugby to boost Currie Cup
By Online Editors
A recent decision by Japanese rugby to put a strong focus on the development of its national team for the 2019 World Cup, looks likely to benefit the Currie Cup.
The move will likely mean less South Africans will take up short-term deals in the Japanese Top League, during the Currie Cup window.
Japanese rugby will scrap the Top League entirely for the 2019 season to best prepare for the 2019 World Cup and this is where the Currie Cup stands to benefit.
The 2019 season being pushed back, means no South African players will sign any Top League deals for the 2019 season.
For the 2018 season, it means that the longest deal on the table will realistically be a one year deal, which potentially could push players towards committing to their local unions and the Currie Cup.
Credit: SuperSport
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I just can't agree with 8.5 for Ross Byrne. A 6 at best I would think.
Go to commentsI wouldn't take it personally that you didn't hear from Gatland, chief.
It's likely he just doesn't have your phone number.
You can't polish a turd. No coach can change that team at the moment.
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