Qatar eyes move into rugby with Lions Test, Sevens World Cup interest

Ali Price of the British & Irish Lions at the back of the scrum during the third Test against South Africa (Photo by MB Media/Getty Images)
Ali Price of the British & Irish Lions at the back of the scrum during the third Test against South Africa (Photo by MB Media/Getty Images)

The Qatar Rugby Federation has expressed an interest in hosting a British & Irish Lions Test match in 2025 as part of plans to bring more major sports to the country following the Fifa World Cup.

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