England Netball to Host 2031 World Cup in Manchester
England has been selected to host the 2031 Netball World Cup, marking the country's fourth time staging the tournament. The event will take place at the Co-op Live indoor arena in Manchester, as confirmed by World Netball and England Netball.
The last hosting occurred in 2019 in Liverpool. World Netball president Liz Nicholl expressed confidence in England Netball's ability to deliver a thrilling event, stating her excitement for the collaboration in 2031.
The tournament, first held in Eastbourne in 1963, saw England reach its first World Cup final in 2023, where they were defeated by Australia. Baroness Sue Campbell, chair of England Netball, emphasized the excitement of welcoming the world's top netball players to Manchester, while Fran Connolly, chief executive of England Netball, noted the opportunity to enhance the visibility and impact of women's sport and netball in the UK.
This announcement coincides with England Netball's centenary year.
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