Rugby union contract standoff leaves Tahs without a playmaker for Super Rugby
The Waratahs signed Joe Dillon from club rugby for round one after injuries and a contract dispute left them without an available playmaker.
Why it mattersThe dispute shows a flaw in rugby's calendar. A two-month gap between club and Super Rugby seasons can trap players and disrupt team planning.
AustraliaNSW rugby faces a playmaker shortage heading into Super Rugby AUS, forcing a scramble to sign a clubman while a contract row prevents a better option from playing.
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