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    Players are prepared to play up until Christmas if it means completing an NRL season this year

    Players are prepared to play up until Christmas if it means completing an NRL season this year

    - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

    The competition is suspended as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

    If the campaign restarted as late as September, it would mean a December finish and limited time for players to recover and prepare for the 2021 season.

    Rugby League Players Association boss Clint Newton has been part of a conference call with around 40 players from various clubs.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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