Premiership in trouble with Wasps likely to enter administration after Worcester

English rugby’s flagship domestic competition is in meltdown with Wasps facing a “likely” move into administration just six days after Worcester were suspended from the Gallagher Premiership.

Wasps, four-time Premiership champions, have withdrawn from Saturday’s league game against Exeter and accept that administration will probably follow “in the coming days”.

It is another colossal blow for the English domestic game as chronic financial issues continue to engulf its professional arm.

In light of our current financial situation the Men’s team have withdrawn from this Saturday’s fixture against Exeter Chiefs. Full statement