Category: International
A welcome return to play in a number of African countries
As part of a post-pandemic return to play in a number of African countries, increased activity has been announced. This weekend, the second, women’s Lauréane…
Simon Johnson expands on his criticism of the ARLC
RFL Chairman Simon Johnson has clarified his comments that were widely reported this morning, when he described the Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) as “selfish,…
Government to keep talking with Aussies
The UK Sports Minister Nigel Huddleston has joined forces with the Rugby Football League CEO Ralph Rimmer and Rugby League World Cup CEO Jon Dutton…
RFL Chairman hits out at Australian and New Zealand Rugby League governing bodies
RFL Chairman Simon Johnson has reacted angrily to the decision earlier today by the Australian Rugby League Commission and the New Zealand Rugby League to…
IRL Chair reacts to Aussie & Kiwi withdrawal from World Cup
Troy Grant, the Chairman of International Rugby League (IRL), has reacted with disappointment to the decision by the Australian and New Zealand Rugby Leagues to…
Australia and New Zealand withdraw from World Cup
HOLDERS Australia and New Zealand have withdrawn from the World Cup amid Covid-related concerns over player welfare and safety.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…
RL Masters World Cup Festivals are on
Following the great news last week that the World Cup will go ahead as planned this year, it is now confirmed that the Masters Rugby…
IRL congratulates Brisbane on Olympic games capture
International Rugby League Chairman, Troy Grant has sent congratulations to Brisbane, on the news that they are to host the Olympic Games in 2032. “This…
Emerging Nations Match Official appointees comment
Four of the newly appointed International Rugby League, Emerging Nations Match Officials Panel members, offer thoughts on their appointment to the newly established panel. Of…
International Rugby League – Emerging Match Officials
International Rugby League is pleased to announce the members of the newly formed Emerging Match Officials Panel. Match Officials from this panel will officiate in…
