South Africa is poised to land the 2023 Rugby World Cup after World Rugby today (Tuesday) announced that it has unanimously recommended the country’s bid for its showpiece national team competition ahead of rival offers from France and Ireland.
RFU to ‘go it alone’ with 2031 Rugby World Cup bid
The English Rugby Football Union has confirmed its intention to bid for the 2031 World Cup and is now set to go it alone in an effort to land the tournament, according to The Guardian
Rugby World Cup chief set to become RFU chairman
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) has announced that Andy Cosslett is set to become its new chairman following his spell as head of England’s organising committee for the 2015 Rugby World Cup.
Megapro to sell sponsorship rights for 2022 Rugby World Cup Sevens
World Rugby has appointed South African agency Megapro as its exclusive sponsorship sales agent for the 2022 Rugby World Cup Sevens, which is taking place in Cape Town
USA Rugby in talks over 2023 World Cup bid
USA Rugby has held board-level discussions over the 2023 Rugby World Cup and is looking into a feasibility study for a bid, according to chief executive Nigel Melville.