Major League Rugby faces a pandemic – and corrosive politics

If season four of the US professional competition survives the coronavirus, it will kick-off without one of its founding teamsWhen Pat Guthrie was introduced to rugby union, in California in the 1990s, like many converts from American football he fell for it hard and fast. Soon he was working in the sport, producing and directing broadcasts for TV. Related: Major League Rugby to kick off season four in March – with Covid plans in place Related: USA Rugby announces steps towards World Cup bid, backed by MLR owners Related: Chris Robshaw, ex-England captain, signs for San Diego Legion in MLR …