Mal Meninga expects the growth of the international rugby game after Rugby League World Cup.

Rugby General

Mal Meninga expects the growth of the international rugby game after Rugby League World Cup.

Australian rugby legend and coach Mal Meninga excepts dramatic shake-up of international rugby league after the upcoming Rugby League World Cup.

Rugby officials also hopes that Rugby League World Cup will re-ignite the sport, with its success which is very much crucial for the future of the sport.

Meninga hopes a new and improved calendar will set the international stage for years to come.

Meninga's Kangaroos remain unbackable favorites to win a third consecutive World Cup, but the ongoing tournaments has produced significant interest from several smaller nations who have impressed over the past fortnight.