Australia celebrate winning the Rugby League World Cup in December 2017
Officials accept defeat as Rugby League World Cup set to be postponed until 2022
Officials initially vowed to press ahead regardless after Australia and New Zealand withdrew from the tournament last month.
Aug 3, 16:20
 Mal Meninga pictured in 2016
Adrian Lam claims Meninga is "heartbroken" over World Cup withdrawal
World Cup chief executive Jon Dutton told a news conference on Thursday the chances of the tournament going ahead in the autumn were 50-50.
Jul 30, 11:07
 Australia celebrate winning the Rugby League World Cup in December 2017
World Cup chief: 'Tournament is hanging in the balance'
The chances of it going ahead are 50-50 with time running out to make a final decision following the withdrawal of Australia and New Zealand.
Jul 29, 10:24
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World Cup organisers hope to allay Australia's doubts
Officials are ready to confirm the tournament will go ahead as planned this autumn and have called a press conference for Thursday morning.
Jul 14, 10:41
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World Cup ticketing timeline revealed by "extremely hopeful" chief
Organisers outline ticketing timeline as World Cup preparations are stepped up.
Mar 29, 09:14
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A decision on World Cup likely to be made before the end of spring
A third lockdown threatens to cause further disruption.
Jan 13, 18:28
 Australia celebrate winning the Rugby League World Cup in December 2017
Rugby League chief optimistic over 2021 World Cup
The tournament is scheduled to begin on October 23 next year.
Oct 23, 07:51
 General view outside Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on August 12, 2018
Emirates Stadium semi-final can be a pivotal moment for World Cup - Jon Dutton
A last-four clash in the 2021 tournament will be held at the home of Arsenal.
Jan 29, 17:32