R360 Competition Players Subject to 10-Year Exclusion from Australia's Rugby League

The NRL's governing body has announced that participants who enter the “breakaway” R360 competition will be banned for a decade.

The proposed competition, scheduled to begin in late 2026, is hoping to draw players from union and league with hefty contracts and a condensed fixture list.

Prominent NRL stars have allegedly been contacted by R360, which will involve multiple men's teams and four women's teams based in large metropolitan areas globally.

The Samoan the rugby star, who represents New Zealand Warriors in the league, has stated he has had talks with the new organization.

Papenhuyzen, Lomax, Payne Haas and Gray are also reported to be weighing up offers from the rebel league.

Eight major rugby union teams, among them Australia, recently announced a prohibition on players joining R360 appearing in international matches.

“We heard our franchises and we've taken firm action,” said the league's chief the official.

“Regrettably, there will continually be organizations that attempt to hijack our sport for potential financial gain.

“They avoid funding in pathways or the advancement of talent. They only leverage the dedication of others, endangering athletes of monetary damage while benefiting financially.

“In truth, they represent, copying the game.”

The league is launched by ex-England star Mike Tindall and backed by private investors.

Subsequent to the potential union prohibitions were revealed last week, it commented: “We want to work together as integrated into the worldwide fixture list.

“The competition is arranged with customized calendars for both genders and the organization will permit participants for test matches, as included in their deals.”

The new league will request authorization for its proposals from the international authority, union's regulatory group, at its board session in 2026.