South Africa recommended to host 2023 Rugby World Cup

    South Africa has been recommended to host the 2023 Rugby World Cup by the tournament’s governing board.

    The announcement was made yesterday, 31 October, putting the nation ahead of Ireland and France.

    The World Rugby Council will now meet on 15 November in London to vote on the next host.

    According to key criteria, South Africa ranked highest with 78.97%, France second with 75.88% and Ireland third with 72.25%.

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