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Sweeney in hunt for more Pollocks

By ADAM HATHAWAY RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney believes English rugby needs more Henry Pollocks to boost its flagging profile. Sweeney, who was in Sydney recently, reckons the sport here should take a leaf out of the books of Aussie…

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 3:59 AM
Sweeney in hunt for more Pollocks
Key Things to Know
  • RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney believes English rugby needs more high-profile players like Henry Pollock.
  • Sweeney suggested English rugby learn promotional methods from Australian rules football and rugby league.
  • The RFU boss contacted boxing promoter Eddie Hearn to explore ideas for boosting the sport's profile.
The Story in 60 Seconds

RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney stated that English rugby requires more players like Henry Pollock to raise its public profile. After visiting Sydney, Sweeney suggested that rugby union in England should adopt marketing and promotion strategies used by Australian rules football and rugby league to attract wider audiences.

Sweeney has also contacted boxing promoter Eddie Hearn, who serves as one of Pollock's advisers. The RFU boss reportedly believes Hearn could assist with broader promotional efforts across the sport while developing high-profile talent from clubs like Northampton.

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