NRL Expansion: A Second Team in Christchurch Would Be a Smart Move The National Rugby League's (NRL) expansion into New Zealand has been a topic of debate for years.
Recent developments suggest that a second team could soon join the competition, and it would be a shrewd move to base one in Christchurch.
One misconception about NRL expansion is that it would come at the expense of rugby union. However, Kiwi sports fans are known to switch between codes with ease.