Light years was probably a bit harsh and I would think the most dominant country at any one sport would be the right one to lead the way and promote it around the globe.
The whole Sunday arvo game excuse is just a cover. The real reason it's rejected is that the Broncos only have 11 Friday night games in the first 20 rounds. They did only get 11 out of 20. Those numbers. Coincidence? I THINK NOT!