'Significant risk': NZR and former ABs star on dangers of new collision sport

League legend warns against dangerous new contact sport

A dangerous new sport called Run It Straight, which sees two opponents charge at eachother at full speed, is causing concern in the sporting world.

'Significant risk': NZR and former ABs star on dangers of new collision sport

New Zealand Rugby has warned Kiwis of the significant risks linked to a new “run it straight” sport, which has rival participants run at each other with full...

Grave warning as viral ‘run it straight’ trend turns into Australia’s hottest new sport

Leading sports neuroscientist Dr Alan Pearce has issued a grave warning to Aussies as a new combat sport makes waves across the country.

New Sport RUNIT Faces Criticism from Brain Expert Over Safety Concerns

A violent new Australian sport that features massive athletes deliberately colliding at full speed has drawn criticism from a leading neuroscientist who warns of potential lasting brain damage. The RUNIT Championship League, which will hold a tournament in Melbourne on Wednesday with $13,300 (USD) in prize money, has attracted several high-profile athletes including premiership-winning former NRL star George Burgess. The controversial sport…

ComBank supports first Sri Lanka – New Zealand Rugby series in 70 years - Lanka Business News

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has pledged its support for New Zealand’s Under 85KG Rugby Team Tour of Sri Lanka in May 2025, as the Co-sponsor of the Sri Lanka Men’s team. The two-match series is the first 15-a-side clash between the two countries since 1955. Global rugby icons such as the legendary Sir Graham Henry, a World Cup-winning coach, and Scotty Stevenson, a leading New Zealand rugby commentator, are directly involved in the event, addi…

📰 NZRU and former ABs star on dangers of new collision sport

By Natasha Gordon & Benjamin Plummer New Zealand Rugby has warned Kiwis of the significant risks linked to a new “run it straight” sport, which has rival participants run at each other with full force. Shane Christie, a former rugby star forced into retirement because of repeated head trauma, is concerned the sport may pose a risk of increased head injuries if done without appropriate measures. “Run it straight” is touted as a new combat sport t…