Wellington, Nov 10 NZPA - The New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU) will investigate a joint hosting of the 2014 women's World Cup with Samoa.

The New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU) has expressed an interest in putting New Zealand forward to host the 2014 Women's Rugby World Cup but has also indicated that it will discuss joint hosting opportunities with Samoa prior to deciding whether or not to lodge a bid.

Wellington, July 9 NZPA - Expressions of interest have been called from applicants wanting to host the 15th team when Super rugby expands from 2011.