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Tom Beattie

Viewers react as PA issue disrupts Rugby League World Cup at St James' Park and Kaiser Chiefs walk off

Viewers expressed their disbelief after the PA system failed at the opening ceremony of the Rugby League World Cup at St James' Park.

Spectators and welcome party guests alike were all left bemused as an awkward silence filled the stadium this Saturday afternoon during the live performance of indie band Kaiser Chiefs.

Kevin Sinfield and Jason Robinson were stood holding the World Cup trophy pitch side and looked confused as power cut out in the middle of the anticipated opening welcome ceremony featuring the Leeds rockers.

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