We Need To Talk About London Irish

[TRF_Olyy]

I know it's been discussed a ton but an England based URC is just never going to happen, as the RFU has dominion over all rugby in the country

Then again if he's just bought the club then maybe he'll relocate - London (Arkansas) Irish? (London)Derry Irish?

 

[Which Tyler]

I know it's been discussed a ton but an England based URC is just never going to happen, as the RFU has dominion over all rugby in the country

Then again if he's just bought the club then maybe he'll relocate - London (Arkansas) Irish? (London)Derry Irish?

Though, now that they're involved, it's possible DCMS apply some pressure there.
But yes, this will be the first severe test of this.

 

[Leonormous Boozer]

Interesting to see how this plays out and EJ is a savvy operator. The RFU will, rightly, fight any and all attempts to have them in the URC and they've a very good relationship with the IRFU so I can't see it happening.

From a fan perspective, an Irish aligned, London based URC team would be unbelievable.

 

[LeinsterMan (NotTigsMan)]

A London based URC would be insane for the league
Which is why it won't happen

 

[Leonormous Boozer]

What's the scope, if any, for Jordan to just leave the RFU system and become a stand alone club outside their jurisdiction?

Would be a bit of a LIV golf situation I'd imagine, anyone associated can't play for England at any level sort of thing.

Can't see the IRFU aligning either but interesting idea nonetheless.

 

[Which Tyler]

What's the scope, if any, for Jordan to just leave the RFU system and become a stand alone club outside their jurisdiction?

From what I understand, they'd need to play on a piece of soil that isn't located in England.
Otherwise the match won't be recognised by RFU or World Rugby, insurance, or referee associations.

I absolutely reserve the right to be wrong, but there's a reason why it's failed every time it's been brought up over the last 30 years. (and LI, LW and LS have all had a go, but equally, all have backed down pretty quickly, so it's never been properly tested)