That would just see nrl clubs whinging and its quick demise like the nrl nines. At least this way it sits in the legit international season and makes it more than just a pre season friendly Comp
What we need now is some really big sponsors to give it financial credibility
AND FREE TO AIR TV COVERAGE! Now that would get the sponsors in and also much greater public awareness compared to the 30% audience through just pay tv coverage as its stands now.