Russia and Belarus have been suspended from all international rugby and cross-border club activities until further notice, the sport's governing body said Monday.
Additionally, the Rugby Union of Russia has been suspended from World Rugby membership until further notice, World Rugby said on its website.
“World Rugby reiterates its condemnation of Russia’s aggressive invasion of Ukraine and the facilitation of this action by Belarus,” the organization said.
“World Rugby reiterates its condemnation of Russia’s aggressive invasion of Ukraine and the facilitation of this action by Belarus,” the organization said.
“The global rugby family is united in standing in solidarity with everyone affected by these deeply disturbing events and joins the global community in calling for the restoration of peace.”
