South Africa's URC franchise wants urgent talks with SA Rugby, particularly interim CEO Liane Oberholzer, over a proposed share deal with ASG. (Photo by Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images)
South Africa's four URC franchise chairmen insist on unconditional transparency from SA Rugby over controversial negotiations over a potential share deal with Seattle-based Ackerley Sports Group (ASG) On the other hand, he is drawing a thick line in the sand by threatening to sign a contract outright. We will strengthen our resistance to any agreement that jeopardizes the local game.
In a strongly worded and comprehensive letter seen by News24, the Bulls, Sharks, Lions and Stormers jointly voiced a myriad of “concerns” about several long-standing issues, the most prominent being , a much-needed private investment in local government's most commercial organization. Marketable Assets.
The communication was sent to SA Rugby president Mark Alexander and interim director Leanne Oberholzer by the close of business on Monday.
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