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Houston SaberCats become the latest team to pull out of Major League Rugby

On Thursday, the Houston SaberCats announced they will not compete in the 2026 Major League Rugby season, sharing the decision via a statement and social posts.
Despite on-field success in 2025, the Houston SaberCats faced persistent financial struggles into their eighth season, raising doubts about the franchise's viability.
The club will refund season ticket holders and thanked fans and sponsors without revealing plans for relocation, sale, or reorganization after exiting Major League Rugby on September 11, 2025.
Major League Rugby confirmed the Houston SaberCats do not plan to compete in 2026, leaving the league with just four active teams heading into the season.
Following recent departures from the league, the SaberCats' exit adds to losses that include the Miami Sharks last month and the Toronto Arrows in November 2023, leaving more players like Rufus McLean seeking contracts.

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