Wigan and Leigh revealed as base camp for Rugby League World Cup squad
Leigh during next year's Rugby League World Cup It was announced today (Wednesday) on the tournament's official Twitter page, 500 days before it is due to start.Three matches will also be held at Leigh Sports Village during the course of the competetion.Lebabon player John Paul Nohra said: "This is ideal for us. Nice and quiet away from the city centres and the ideal place for our preparation."This is right in the heart of rugby league."The chief executive of the tournament is Jon Dutton, who was also born and raised in Leigh.