Hurricanes co-owner Malcolm Gillies has warned he'll walk away from his Super Rugby investment without drastic change.

Five months into his involvement, the board chair says the current model isn't set up for investors, players or New Zealand Rugby to succeed.

He's pushing for privatisation of the competition - and says he won't be patient awaiting change.

Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explained further.  

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