MELBOURNE (Reuters) - All Melbourne Rebels players landed in Canberra on Friday ahead of their opening match in "Super Rugby AU" next week, easing concerns some might skip the flight amid reports of a brewing pay revolt.
Australian media reported this week that players were ready to boycott the domestic competition after governing body Rugby Australia (RA) pushed them to agree to a 40% pay-cut in the final quarter of the year.
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