Major shake-up on cards for New Zealand rugby as financial uncertainty bites

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand Rugby (NZR) launched a consultation process on Friday that could see a major shake-up of how the game in the rugby-mad country is run and financed, which could include the injection of private equity.

The consultation process stems from a review of the health of a sport that is facing financial uncertainty and significant reductions in player numbers and fan interest.