South-African born, Irish-qualified Richardt Strauss in action against his native country in 2012. He qualified under Project Player scheme. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho
Club chief executive Mick Dawson says rugby needs to have partners for a strong future
Leinster chief executive Mick Dawson says the province will continue to pursue private money to fund rugby in the future.
Speaking in the Aviva to promote Leinster’s upcoming game against Munster, Dawson also acknowledged just weeks from its beginning that he remains in the dark over sponsorship and scheduling for the new European Champions Cup.
Following billionaire Denis O’Brien’s commercial arrangement with Johnny Sexton, which was a factor the return of the outhalf from France next season, Dawson said discussion of private agreements such as O’Brien with Sexton was off limits but players could enter into sponsorship arrangements with whoever they wanted……. full story >> http://www.irishtimes.com/sport/rugby/pro12/leinster-will-continue-to-pursue-private-money-1.1940387