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Paul Myers

Rugby league bosses target Australia or New Zealand for next World Cup

Sydney was one of eight venues during the 2017 rugby league World Cup. Following the withdrawal of France, tournament organisers say a competition will be held in 2026 in the southern hemisphere. AFP/File

Bosses at rugby league's world governing body on Thursday pinpointed Australia or New Zealand as the venue for the next World Cup.

The tournament was scheduled to be held in France in 2025 but organisers there said that hosting the competition carried unacceptable financial risks.

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