NSW Waratahs captain Phil Waugh has thrown his support behind a marquee player system for the Super 14 and the free movement of players through the Australian, New Zealand and South African franchises.
The two schemes have been mentioned by the Australian Rugby Union as it seeks to freshen up the Super 14 ahead of a new television rights deal after 2010.
The ARU's SANZAR partners in New Zealand and South Africa would need to support the proposals, which could also include signing Pacific Island and Argentine players.
The ARU believes the moves would help combat a player drain to cashed up European and Japanese clubs which has already resulted in Australian rugby losing Wallaby stars Chris Latham and Dan Vickerman.
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Waugh backs marquee players for Super 14
Waugh backs marquee players for Super 14
