From Bledisloe biff to BFFs: How shared NRL threat changed trans-Tasman rugby relations
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The dynamics of New Zealand and Australia rugby relations have shifted following a shared concern over the NRL. New leadership in New Zealand Rugby has fostered collaboration, leading to an agreed Anzac Day Test.
After rejecting the idea, New Zealand Rugby has new leadership and has agreed to play an Anzac Day Test, for an even split of at least $8 million with Rugby Australia.