Rebels confirm transfer of Super Rugby licence to complicate ARU cull

Victorian Rugby Union take over Melbourne club’s licenceMove makes it difficult for ARU to shut down RebelsThe Super Rugby licence to run the Melbourne Rebels has been transferred to the Victorian Rugby Union from private ownership in a move aimed at making it more difficult for the Australian Rugby Union to shut the franchise down. Related: Crusaders' first title since 2008 creates history but Super Rugby future still uncertain Related: Remodelled franchise structure key to future health of Super Rugby | Bret Harris Continue reading...