Wales has made history by including two father-and-son pairs in its squad for the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup in Australia. This marks the first time that Wales has had two such pairings in a single World Cup squad. The pairs are Martin and Matthew Turner, and Gareth and Sid Ramsey. While father-and-son teams have appeared in Wales’ wheelchair rugby setup before, this is the first time they have been part of a World Cup squad. Head coach Alan Caron has selected these two pairs as part of a 12-player squad for the tournament, which kicks off on Friday, 30 October, with a match against England in Wollongong, Australia. The tournament will continue with group matches against Ireland and the United States at the same venue, as teams compete for a place in the knockout stages. Among those potentially making their Wales debut during the event are Gareth Ramsey, John Berriman, and Fionn McCabe, who will turn 16 shortly before the competition begins. Caron described the inclusion of the father-and-son pairs as a special moment, noting that few players get to represent their country alongside family members at a World Cup. He also highlighted the significance of the debut opportunities for younger players, with experienced squad members playing a key role in guiding them through the tournament. Wales has faced challenges in funding the trip to Australia, with the team needing to raise £10,000 to cover costs. More than half of this target has already been met through donations and fundraising efforts. The squad includes players from various clubs across the UK, such as Stuart Williams from Edinburgh Giants and North Wales Crusaders, Jodie Boyd-Ward from Leeds Rhinos, and Andrew Higgins and Lee Sargent from the Midlands Hurricanes and Cardiff Blue Dragons. Other notable players include Martin Turner, Gareth and Sid Ramsey, and Matthew Turner, who play for North Wales Crusaders, Wigan Warriors, and Sheffield Eagles. The group stage fixtures for Wales in the 2026 World Cup are set to take place at the WIN Entertainment Centre in Wollongong. The first match is against England on 30 October at 04:30 GMT, followed by a game against Ireland on 3 November at 05:00 GMT, and a match against the United States on 6 November at 01:30 GMT. These games will determine Wales’ progression into the knockout rounds of the tournament.