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The concerning conclusion behind the Rugby League World Cup’s broadcasting shambles

The Independent ·First reported
The IndependentThe concerning conclusion behind the Rugby League World Cup’s broadcasting shambles
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Comment: Locking a major tournament like the World Cup behind a television paywall shows that priorities for broadcasters like the BBC have shifted away from growing support for smaller sports explains Michael Jones

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