South Africa’s decision about his candidacy for the World Cup

South Africa was headquarters of the great world competition For the first and only time in 1995. Since then, there has been Falling offers of SA Rugby for the Tournaments of 2011, 2015, 2019 and 2023. All rugby, in Disney+.

Despite the desire to host a World Cup, the president of South Africa Rugby, Mark Alexander, spoke to the Sunday Times and warned that he will tell the national organism not to present offers for the 2035 or 2039 rugby World Cup tournaments, since the country cannot afford to present another tender.

“Of course there is an economic impact, and the last time we presented a candidacy for the 2023 tournament, it was R6.8 billion. However, the Government must provide great support in infrastructure and security. There is also the financial guarantee that must be provided in advance,”said Alexander.

South Africa Rugby would also have to spend millions of Rands to improve the stadiums. On this, Alexander added: “We know that some stadiums have not received proper maintenance. This brings many other challenges for the country. People think it is only a sporting event, but there are many other things that must be activated.”

Finally, he explained: “I will tell Sa rugby not to do this. There are more urgent things than the World Cup. We are a developing country. Our economy is not solid and we must act responsibly. I know that our members would love to be hosts of the World Cup, but for now, and with all the challenges we face, we will be subjecting the country to excessive pressure. unfair, as a sport, submit to our country to that situation again “.