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Super Rugby eligibility changes ruled out despite speculation

Reports of major Super Rugby rule changes allowing cross-border play have been dismissed by industry commentators.

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Speculation about significant changes to Super Rugby eligibility rules, including allowing players to cross borders and permitting All Blacks to play for Australian teams, has been rejected. Industry figures have stated that these proposed changes will not be happening.

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