Páirc Uí Chaoimh a jewel in Ireland’s Rugby World Cup bid

The IRFU took the decision to seriously assess bidding for a Rugby World Cup having observed the manner in which the 2011 tournament was run in New Zealand and the success the tournament achieved both for New Zealand and the game of rugby worldwide, writes Philip Browne.

Central to the IRFU’s deliberations was the availability of suitable stadiums in which to host the tournament.

From the outset it was apparent that without the co-operation the GAA it simply would not be possible to make a serious bid.