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The Hull Kingston Rovers owner, Neil Hudgell, has warned that rugby league may cease to exist as a full-time sport by next year if it does not receive support from both the government and key broadcast partners through the coronavirus pandemic.
With the 2020 Super League season looking unlikely to resume any time soon, Hudgell has issued a stark warning over rugby league’s ability to cope long-term without financial support.
Written by Aaron Bower
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Hull KR owner warns rugby league could ‘cease to exist’ as a full-time sport
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