What to watch out for at the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup

The wheelchair rugby tournament kicked off on Thursday at the Rugby League World Cup as 3,033 spectators packed into the Copper Box to watch England open their account with a 38-8 win over Australia.

Here, the PA news agency looks at how you can get into the tournament which will be televised over the next couple of weeks.

What is wheelchair rugby league?

England v Australia – Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup – Group A – Copper Box Arena
Wheelchair rugby league follows similar rules to rugby league itself (Steve Paston/PA)

How many teams are in the World Cup?

England v Australia – Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup – Group A – Copper Box Arena
Eight teams will play in the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup (Steven Paston/PA)

Where can I watch it?

England v Australia – Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup – Group A – Copper Box Arena
All games will be broadcast on BBC (Steven Paston/PA)

Who are favourites to win the tournament?

England v Australia – Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup – Group A – Copper Box Arena
England are second favourites to win the tournament (Steven Paston/PA)

Where will the games take place?

England v Australia – Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup – Group A – Copper Box Arena
The Copper Box plays host to Group A (Steven Paston/PA)

Who can play wheelchair rugby league

Anyone is able to play wheelchair rugby league. Both disabled and non-disabled players have the opportunity to get involved and all players compete together regardless of age or gender.

Who to watch out for

England v Australia – Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup – Group A – Copper Box Arena
Jack Brown, right, was named the first-ever Wheelchair Rugby League Golden Boot winner (Steven Paston/PA)

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