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Esports Nations Cup delayed to 2027 as Iran conflict continues

Esports Nations Cup delayed to 2027 as Iran conflict continues
BBC News Tuesday 18 August 2026, 11:41 UTC 1 min read
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Organisers say postponing the contest will allow them to lay on the event fans deserve.

Organisers say postponing the contest will allow them to lay on the event fans deserve.
Esports Nations Cup (ORG) Iran (LOCATION)
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