I can remember when cricket (especially test cricket) was a big mainstream sport in the UK but then went behind a paywall and has never quite captured the imagination of the general public since. Especially here in Wales where it’s been practically reduced to a niche interest sport.
I’m a cricket fan so I still follow it closely but it’s noticeable how there aren’t nearly as many ‘casual’ cricket fans nowadays.
I fear rugby could end up being the same if it went down this route. Very disappointing ruling.
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I can remember when cricket (especially test cricket) was a big mainstream sport in the UK but then went behind a paywall and has never quite captured the imagination of the general public since. Especially here in Wales where it’s been practically reduced to a niche interest sport.
I’m a cricket fan so I still follow it closely but it’s noticeable how there aren’t nearly as many ‘casual’ cricket fans nowadays.
I fear rugby could end up being the same if it went down this route. Very disappointing ruling.