Nations Championship to have north v south finale
Summary
A new rugby event, the Nations Championship, will feature teams from the northern and southern hemispheres competing to determine the dominant region. The event will include multiple matches leading up to a finals weekend in London, set for late November at Allianz Stadium. It aims to increase revenue and global interest in rugby.Key Facts
- The Nations Championship is a new rugby competition featuring teams from the northern and southern hemispheres.
- It involves a 12-team biennial event with matches during summer and autumn, followed by finals in late November.
- The northern teams include Six Nations participants; southern teams include South Africa, New Zealand, and more.
- The finals will take place at Allianz Stadium in London.
- Southern hemisphere teams have historically won most Rugby World Cups.
- Fiji's home matches will be played at larger venues outside the Pacific Islands.
- Organizers aim to generate significant revenue through a new structure and shared revenue model.
- Future finals may be held in new locations, such as the Middle East or the United States.
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