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"The rematch against Ireland at Soldier Field will be a huge occasion, and then facing some of the northern hemisphere's best at their home grounds is a fantastic challenge for us."

But the usually barren landscape has been transformed by a carpet of colourful wildflowers, which have been brought to life by significant rainfall during the southern hemisphere's winter months.

"Together, as the closest of allies, we will make a hemisphere of economic freedom and prosperity," he said.

The name harks back to historic preparations for winter in the northern hemisphere, where people would hunt and preserve meats.

The newly launched WXV Global Series and the southern hemisphere's The Rugby Championship both take place in October, the same month that R360's inaugural event is aimed at.