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Most teams in a Rugby League World Cup tournament

Most teams in a Rugby League World Cup tournament
Who
2000 Rugby League World Cup
Where
United Kingdom
When
2000
The most teams to take part in a Rugby League World Cup tournament is 16, for the 2000 event held in UK and France. Australia won the title, beating New Zealand 40-12 in the final.