Players from the South left in limbo as a result of the delay to the Global Rapid Rugby competition are believed to be remaining in Singapore, though they may have a shorter stay. The Western Force had played some games last year under new rules and was looking to use these rules in the new competition. The New Zealand players in Singapore had signed contracts and were intending to stay in Singapore and play in a few games. Clubs in Dunedin has raised concerns about the prospect of the Global Rapid Rugby competition and how it was robbing players from the local club competition. Now, with the shortened competition in Singapore, these players may well come back to play for their clubs towards the end of the club season.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 04, 2019 15:33 UTC