But coronavirus flare ups on both sides of the Tasman have thrown multiple spanners in the works as the remainder of the rugby season continues to be thrashed out by tournament organisers and national bodies.<\/a><\/p>\n Playing Rugby Championship games in Europe is now an option. <\/p>\n Watch every match of the Bledisloe Cup and The Rugby Championship with live, ad-free and on-demand coverage on Stan Sport<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n "Without complete certainty on the team's next movements around the Rugby Championship we felt it was prudent for the team to stay put in New Zealand until SANZAAR have announced the full tournament schedule," New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson said<\/p>\n "Once the team leaves our shores, they currently can't return until November 23 post their northern tour, so given the uncertainty, it makes sense to pause and get more clarity on these fixtures.<\/p>\n "We remain 100 per cent committed to playing in the entire Rugby Championship in 2021 and are working closely with SANZAAR to look at a range of options to reschedule these important matches."<\/p>\n READ MORE:<\/strong> Rugby Championship calendar in state of flux<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n READ MORE:<\/strong> Sevens star reveals 'truth' about flight scandal<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n![\"Highlights:](\"https:\/\/vms-network-images-prod.s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/2021\/08\/375183\/pickerimage.jpg\")
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