Worcester Warriors change name and drop down leagues amid anger at RFU

Jim O’Toole, the leader of the consortium selected by administrators Begbies Traynor to acquire Worcester Warriors, has accused the RFU of obstructing the rescue of the club, leaving his consortium with no option but to bypass the conditions set by the RFU to play in next season’s Championship, resulting in a loss of the Worcester Warriors name and business. More from The Guardian.

Meanwhile, former director of rugby Steve Diamond has confirmed he had the RFU’s blessing for a takeover bid to buy Worcester Warriors. More from Yahoo.