Kevin Sinfield and Jason Robinson will bring out the Paul Barrière Trophy as part of a 'tournament welcome' at St James' Park before the opening World Cup game.
England men face Samoa in Newcastle on Saturday, October 15 in front of what organisers hope will be a sell-out crowd.
Ahead of kick-off the three World Cup trophies will be brought Already a subscriber? Log in here
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