NRL considering shock Origin eligibility rule change

NRL considering shock Origin eligibility rule change

Debate on player eligibility for state and international representation in rugby league continues.

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The question as to whether a player should be allowed to represent their state and an overseas country has long been debated in rugby league circles.

As it currently stands, players who have represented a Tier 1 nation, which includes New Zealand and England, cannot also feature in State of Origin.

According to theΒ Sydney Morning Herald,Β ARLC chairman V'landys confirmed he was prepared to revisit Origin qualification rules to ensure New Zealand's playing stocks were not diminished.

This came after Kaeo Weekes turned his back on New Zealand Rugby League in favour of Australia, with hopes he can represent his state down the track.

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