Frequently Asked Questions Why has the NRL Telstra Premiership been suspended? In response to revised medical advice and travel bans introduced by the Queensland and NZ governments, the NRL is unable to continue the competition. We have always said we would only continue for as long as it was safe to do so for our players, staff and the wider rugby league community. In this rapidly changing public health crisis, we could no longer ensure this was the case. How long will the Premiership be suspended? We cannot put a time frame on it at this stage. The NRL will continue to seek daily advice from medical experts before making decisions. As we know more about the unfolding public health situation and when we will be able to resume our matches, we will keep our fans updated.
What does this mean for the future of my club? These are challenging times for all 16 clubs and the full impact of the suspended season is not yet known. This is the biggest financial crisis the game has ever faced. All Clubs, and the NRL, will introduce cost cutting programs. Sadly, this means staff across the Clubs and the NRL will take extended leave or be stood down for a period of time.
Will the players take pay cuts? The NRL will work with the Rugby League Players Association (RLPA) through this process. Inevitably there will be financial implications not only for the NRL players, but for other employees at NRL Clubs and the NRL administration.
Can the players train while the competition is suspended? We have informed the players not to turn up to Club training while we resolve this situation as best we can. They will also stop all other Club activities. The self isolation guidelines we have previously provided to them remain in place. Provided they comply with ongoing health advice, players can train indiv
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Topic: NRL COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
