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NRL 2022: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson could help promote proposed rugby league game in United States

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NRL 2022: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson could help promote proposed rugby league game in United States

The NRL is considering taking a competition game to America for the first time next year. Paul Langi Kinikini has pitched for a game, whether it be next season's opener or another fixture, to be staged in Utah. Kin bikini has a strong personal relationship with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. Johnson is keen to use the global phenomenon in the promotion of the sport in America. South Sydney pulled out of a proposed American game next next Year. Russell Crowe had been expected to support the event. The businessman had pitched a Tonga-Samoa Test to take place in Salt Lake City two years ago, but COVID had already blocked his plans.

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