US plans for rugby sevens pro league include 'Gauntlet' tiebreakers

Latest attempt to establish full-time rugby union in America will feature 16-21 player squads, 48-minute matches and a skills ‘gauntlet’ to decide tied gamesPlans were announced on Monday for an ambitious professional sevens competition featuring 48-minute matches, kicking off in the US next year. Related: Pro12 plan for US expansion with Houston team faces tough challenges Related: Saracens to face Newcastle in Philadelphia under four-year US deal Continue reading...