Lions warn any players joining R360 will not be eligible for women’s tour

THE British & Irish Lions have clarified that any player who participates in the proposed rebel R360 league will not be eligible for selection for the inaugural Lions Women’s Tour of New Zealand in 2027.

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England, Ireland and Scotland were three of the eight unions that warned players last month that they would not be selected for their country should they join the rebel league.

While Wales were not one of those unions, any Welsh players who harbour any ambitions of becoming a Lion in 2027 have now been deterred from joining.

Rugby league’s NRL have also made their stance clear, saying players will be banned for 10 years should they sign for R360.