R360 Players Subject to 10-Year Suspension from National Rugby League

The NRL's authority has stated that athletes who enter the “counterfeit” R360 league will be prohibited for 10 seasons.

R360, scheduled to begin in late 2026, is aiming to attract players from union and league with hefty contracts and a slimmed-down playing schedule.

Leading rugby league stars have allegedly been contacted by R360, which will feature six to eight men's teams and four women's teams located in large metropolitan areas worldwide.

Representing Samoa the rugby star, who represents the Warriors in the NRL, has said he has had talks with the new organization.

Ryan Papenhuyzen, Lomax, Haas and Gray are also reported to be considering joining R360.

Eight major union countries, among them Australia, last week announced a prohibition on athletes signing with R360 playing international matches.

“We heard our teams and we've taken firm action,” stated ARLC head the official.

“Unfortunately, there will persistently exist entities that seek to pirate our game for monetary profit.

“They fail to contribute in development systems or the development of talent. They simply exploit the efforts of existing bodies, putting players at risk of monetary damage while benefiting financially.

“They are, in reality, imitating the sport.”

The league is established by former England World Cup winner Tindall and funded by private investors.

Subsequent to the potential rugby union sanctions were revealed recently, it said: “We aim to collaborate collaboratively as integrated into the worldwide fixture list.

“The event is designed with bespoke schedules for both genders and R360 will allow all athletes for international matches, as included in their agreements.”

R360 will request authorization for its plans from rugby union's governing body, rugby union's governing body, at its official gathering in 2026.