The HSBC Waratahs could feature international players as early as next season after the Australian Rugby Union announced today that the ARU Board will be asked next month to endorse the use of overseas players in the Super 14.
The NSW Rugby Union is backing the ARU's move with Waratahs Head Coach Chris Hickey confident the process will be handled correctly.
"The ARU is developing checks and balances to ensure we're not taking positions away from Australian players, rather using the system as a way to further progress the development of our elite up-and-coming players," said Hickey.
"That's what the ARU and NSWRU will be looking to ensure, that there is a succession plan, not just to bring marquee players in at the expense of local players and young players."
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