The rumours have gathered some strong momentum out of New Zealand that the All Blacks are interested in taking on Australia’s Kangaroos. A cross-code clash between the two superpowers of rugby league and rugby union is now a distinct possibility.

The COVID-19 pandemic has left both codes scrambling for financial survival and a proposed December clash would generate global interest. The New Zealand Rugby Union is warming to the idea of a one-off, 14-man hybrid clash.

Australian Rugby League coach Mal Meninga believes there would be genuine interest from the Australian players to take part, while media reports out of New Zealand confirmed that NZ Rugby boss Mark Robinson had commenced secret negotiations with his Australian Rugby League counterparts.

Australian coach Meninga was excited by the possibility of going up against New Zealand’s national treasure: