Tag: rugby world cup

  • Semple Stadium Omitted From RWC Bid

    Semple Stadium Omitted From RWC Bid

    Tipperary TDs are questioning the IRFU’s decision to omit the historic Semple Stadium from the list of grounds put forward to host the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Labour TD Alan Kelly has been left perplexed at the omission, stating that it doesn’t add up, while Fianna Fáil TD Jackie Cahill as expressed his disappointment. County…

  • 8 GAA Grounds Included in Ireland’s Rugby Bid

    8 GAA Grounds Included in Ireland’s Rugby Bid

    8 GAA stadiums have been included in Ireland’s proposal to host the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Alongside the regular rugby grounds, Croke Park, Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Casement Park, Pearse Stadium, Fitzgerald Stadium, McHale Park, Nowlan Park and Celtic Park join the bid to guarantee a unique atmosphere, with the IRFU claiming that the iconic Croke…