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