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Milan - Italian rugby federation (FIR) bosses have officially confirmed their interest in hosting the 2023 World Cup.

FIR president Alfredo Gavazzi made the announcement on Thursday having been given the full backing of Italian Olympic Committe (CONI) chiefs.

"In accordance with the rules concerning candidates and having been given the full backing of CONI we would like to formally announce to World Rugby our intention to bid to host the 2023 World Cup," said Gavazzi.

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