South Africa and New Zealand miss out on RWC hosting opportunity

Rugby Union powerhouses South Africa and New Zealand are unlikely to host future World Cups, as indicated by South Africa Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer. The next tournaments are set for Australia in 2027 and the United States in 2031, with the 2035 bidding process already underway excluding both nations. Economic constraints and a shift in World Rugby’s strategy towards maximizing revenue have diminished their chances of hosting.

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