Sydney summit feels like a pivotal moment in rugby’s modern history | Robert Kitson

Agustín Pichot’s plan for a World League would reinvigorate an international scene under threat as the clubs wield their powerNot for the first time the world of international rugby union is holding its breath. As outlined to the Guardian a fortnight ago, World Rugby’s vice-chairman Agustín Pichot believes significant change is required for the global game to flourish financially and his proposed solution will be debated in Sydney this Wednesday. Should he gain sufficient support, it will spell the end of the traditional matrix of June and November tour fixtures.Pichot and his supporters want …