This book critically examines how Rugby union has developed in recent years, in nations on the Periphery of the sport.
Such a collection is timely, as the sport\'s governing body seeks to expand influence and participation beyond the eight core nations, with the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan being the first time that that tournament has taken place outside of the core..
Focusing on people and places on the fringes, it examines contemporary issues and challenges within the Global game.
This book critically examines how Rugby union has developed in recent years, in nations on the Periphery of the sport