Ireland, France, Italy and South Africa in battle to host 2023 Rugby World Cup

• World Rugby confirms formal expressions of interest from four unions • United States had expressed interest by opted against lodging bidThe bidding battle to host the 2023 Rugby World Cup is set to be between four countries – Ireland, France, Italy and South Africa.World Rugby confirmed on Friday that formal expressions of interest were received from the four respective unions by last month’s deadline. Related: Martin Johnson: Easier for England to win World Cup away from home Continue reading...