England have won the right to stage the 2021 World Cup, the Rugby League International Federation has announced.
The Rugby Football League got the nod ahead of the United States, largely on the back of playing numbers and heavy Government backing.
RLIF chief executive David Collier said: "England staged an outstanding World Cup in 2013 and have clearly outlined their vision for the 2021 World Cup as a world-class event eclipsing the attendances, reach and legacy of 2013.
"The bid details that the Rugby League World Cup will be the highlight of the international sporting calendar in England that year and RLIF looks forward to a great tournament."
The RLIF has recommended that the United States be awarded the 2025 World Cup, along with a separate international tournament to be staged in the period between 2021 and 2025.
Collier added: "The RLIF sees a great future for the sport in North America and has recommended that discussions with MSI are expedited to bring professional rugby league to North America as well as future international tournaments.
"Those discussions are being progressed with MSI USA/Canada and a report will be presented to Congress which will be held on 19 November this year."