NRL stars will COVER the competition logo from their jerseys this weekend in dramatic twist as feud over new salary cap escalates

NRL stars’ civil war with rugby league bosses has taken another twist after players confirmed that they will cover the competition logo from their jerseys this weekend.

Delegates from player union the RLPA told teammates on Wednesday that they will escalate their battle with the NRL as a result of slow progress of negotiations over the new salary cap. 

Brisbane and Sydney Roosters will play each other on Thursday night and were made aware of the protest plans late on Wednesday.  

More to follow.