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2030 Rugby League World Cups to Unite Men, Women, Wheelchair

12/19/2025

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The International Rugby League (IRL) will hold the Men’s, Women’s, and Wheelchair Rugby League World Cups in 2030.
The host for the 2030 tournaments has not yet been determined.
The decision reverses a plan to separate the tournaments after feedback.
IRL Chair Troy Grant emphasized a unified event will strengthen the rugby league community.
Ghana gained IRL Full Member status and is eligible for Men's World Cup qualifying.

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Story summary

The International Rugby League (IRL) will hold the Men’s, Women’s, and Wheelchair Rugby League World Cups in 2030.
The host for the 2030 tournaments has not yet been determined.
The decision reverses a plan to separate the tournaments after feedback.
IRL Chair Troy Grant emphasized a unified event will strengthen the rugby league community.
Ghana gained IRL Full Member status and is eligible for Men's World Cup qualifying.