Seven to call event

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AUSTRALIA’s Seven Network confirmed its key anchor — commentary and special analysis team for its all-encompassing coverage of this year’s Rugby League World Cup and the Women’s Rugby League World Cup from Oct 27 to Dec 2.
Seven’s coverage will be hosted by Jim Wilson and Laurie Daley. Also joining the coverage will be Renee Gartner and Allana Ferguson.
Seven’s agreement for the Rugby League World Cup 2017 delivers all rights in Australia including free-to-air broadcast television and subscription television rights, online, mobile, and expands to Seven’s digital and mobile platforms.
Seven has also been appointed to undertake the host broadcast for international television of all games played in Australia.
Announcing the team, Seven’s head of sport, Saul Shtein, said: “We’re delighted to be the network of this year’s Rugby League World Cup and the Women’s Rugby League World Cup. We are also delighted to have secured such an outstanding group of people who will bring both cups to millions.”