HOLDERS Australia and New Zealand have withdrawn from the World Cup amid Covid-related concerns over player welfare and safety.
The tournament, taking in men's, women's and wheelchair competitions, is due to start on Saturday, October 23.
The Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) and New Zealand Rugby League (NZRL) have asked organisers Already a subscriber? Log in here
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